Automotive Mechanic / Diagnostic Technician, European and Import Vehicles

Job overview

The Automotive Mechanic / Diagnostic Technician role is onsite in Astoria, OR, with a Tuesday–Friday schedule. Compensation is based on skill and experience; no numeric pay range is specified. PNW Automotive is a family-owned independent shop serving the Oregon Coast. The technician diagnoses and repairs vehicles across European, domestic, and Asian makes, with a focus on finding faults accurately rather than replacing parts without diagnosis. The work supports reliable vehicle service through inspections, clear documentation, repair verification, and safe shop practices.

What you'll do

• Perform maintenance, repairs, and electrical and drivability diagnosis
• inspect vehicles and document findings
• explain findings to the service advisor
• test-drive vehicles to confirm repairs
• follow shop processes
• keep the work bay clean and safe
• use digital inspection tools, photos, notes, and repair documentation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive mechanic

diagnostic technician

european vehicles

bmw

mini

mercedes-benz

audi

volkswagen

astoria or

pnw automotive

tuesday–friday

paid training

401(k) match

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with match
• FSA and dependent FSA
• PTO
• paid holidays
• paid training
• employee discount.

Why this role

Four-day Tuesday–Friday workweek with three days off; medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) match, FSA, paid time off, paid holidays, paid training, and employee discount.

About the employer

PNW Automotive is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Automotive Repair and Maintenance. Sector: 81.