Automotive Service Technician - Frontier Sales & Leasing in Coeur d'Alene, ID at Sonic Automotive
Date Posted: 8/6/2026
Job Snapshot
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
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🔧 NOW HIRING – Automotive Service Technicians 🔧
Ready to work in a shop where you're respected, supported, and have plenty of opportunities to earn?
Dave Smith CDA is growing, and we're looking for skilled Automotive Service Technicians to join our team in beautiful Coeur d'Alene, Idaho!
Compensation (Hourly: Flat-rate):
- $25.00 - $40.00 / hour
- Depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications
(The Technician Position has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include Base Hourly Compensation of between $25.00 and $40.00.)
✅ Full-time position
✅ Optional schedules: 5x8s or 4x10s
✅ $25–$40 per flat-rate hour (based on experience)
✅ Clean, organized, fully equipped shop
✅ Plenty of work—stay busy and maximize your earning potential
✅ Great benefits & PTO
✅ Friendly teammates and real shop camaraderie
✅ Leadership that listens and supports your success
✅ One of the lowest technician turnover rates in the industry
At Dave Smith CDA, we don't just fix vehicles—we build careers. We believe in doing things the right way, treating our guests with integrity, taking pride in our work, and creating opportunities for our employees to grow as we grow.
If you're looking for a place where you'll be appreciated, challenged, and part of a winning team, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and come see why technicians choose to stay at Dave Smith CDA.
Job Description
The Automotive Service Technician is responsible for performing vehicle repair and maintenance work as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Utilize diagnostic equipment to identify mechanical, electrical, and other vehicle issues.
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on engines, transmissions, brakes, and other automotive systems as outlined on repair orders.
- Work efficiently to diagnose malfunctions and complete repairs within established timeframes.
- Collaborate with service advisors and parts department to prioritize and schedule repairs.
- Conduct thorough quality inspections to ensure all repairs meet or exceed industry standards or verify if additional safety of service work is required.
- Address any issues or discrepancies promptly with Service Advisor (parts, time promised, etc).
- Document all diagnostic and repair activities accurately.
- Complete repair orders and maintain detailed records of services performed.
- Attend factory-sponsored training classes to stay informed about the latest automotive technologies and industry trends.
- 1+ years of experience as a mechanic or Automotive Service Technician experience in a dealership or similar automotive repair setting.
- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of automotive systems, components, and repair procedures.
- Must have own set of tools.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
- All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
- All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, and valid driver license.
Schedule
- FULL TIME
- 5 days a week / 2 days off
- Sundays off
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- $0 medical premium for Sonic Technicians**
- Reduced rates for dependent coverage**
- 401k plan with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Paid Time Off
- Sundays off
- Closed for Thanksgiving day and Christmas day
- Opportunities for career advancement within a Fortune 500 company
Additional Perks:
- Unlimited referral bonuses for Technicians
- Shoe Subsidy Program
- Employee discounts on purchasing and leasing cars
- Discount marketplace (discounted travel, electronics, travel, etc)
- Wellhub: Access to 12,000+ fitness facilities and gyms nationwide for free or discounted rates
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sonic's Family Emergency Fund
**After 1 year of service
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEOC guidelines