Automotive Technician
About the job
- At least 6 years of experience as an automotive technician or mechanic.
- Current ASE certifications are preferred; Master and L1 certifications are preferred, or the candidate should have a plan to achieve them.
- Be capable of diagnosing and repairing all makes and models of vehicles.
- Have strong experience with both domestic and import vehicles.
- Be able to flag 40–50 or more hours per week.
- Know the vehicle reflashing and reprogramming process and all vehicle systems.
- Demonstrate diagnostic and service expertise in driveability, electrical, powertrain/drivetrain, and other mechanical systems for domestic and import vehicles.
- Possess a valid Alabama driver's license.
- Be able to occasionally lift or move more than 100 pounds, work on vehicles lifted overhead and in tight spaces, and use hand tools with sufficient dexterity.
- Be able to walk or stand for most of the workday, drive manual-transmission vehicles, and navigate a computer.
- Diagnose and repair customers' vehicles using technical knowledge, experience, and skills.
- Perform accurate automotive testing, diagnosis, and repairs with high-quality workmanship.
- Apply and build automotive technician experience across a wide range of domestic and foreign vehicles.
- Perform complete, accurate, and honest courtesy digital vehicle inspections.
- Work with the team to troubleshoot customer concerns quickly and effectively.
- Follow and promote safety, cleanliness, and organization standards.
- Work closely with the service department and communicate customer concerns effectively.
- Collaborate with other technicians to solve problems, meet deadlines, and deliver results.
- Diesel experience.
About the company
Christian Brothers Automotive franchises full-service repair shops that serve drivers needing scheduled maintenance, vehicle diagnostics and complex repairs. Technicians work on most makes and models, assess vehicle needs, review recommendations and estimates with customers, and complete only approved work; qualifying repairs carry a three-year, 36,000-mile warranty. For first-time shop openings, independent franchise owners have the opportunity to repay their business loan before the franchisor receives profits; the corporate home office also supplies business resources. Christian Brothers Automotive began as an auto repair shop in 1982 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
1982
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Students gain routes into repair careers: seven Douglas County CBA shops committed scholarships and paid internships in October 2026.
- Technicians get a training investment: CBA broke ground on a planned $12 million Katy center in May 2026.
- Weekends are predictable: CBA says established shops close on Saturdays and Sundays.
What critics are saying
- Franchisees set the terms: one CBA posting assigns hiring, pay, scheduling, discipline and supervision to the local shop owner.
- Weekdays run long: CBA's September 2026 Surprise advisor posting lists 7am-6pm and a brisk pace in a high-volume shop.
- Faith shapes the workplace: CBA explicitly grounds its mission in Christian principles.
What makes Christian Brothers Automotive unique
- Shop employees have an ownership path: CBA's Future Franchisee Leadership Academy prepares them for franchise ownership.
- Vehicle findings are visible: CBA uses digital inspections at every service.
- Technicians get specialist backup: CBA's Technician Support Specialists help shop teams resolve difficult repair problems.
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