Automotive Technician – High Hour Potential – $30-$40/hr
Location: Des Moines, IA
Schedule: Monday to Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay: $30–$40/hr + Productivity Bonus
Earning Potential: $62,000 – $94,000+ annually
Pay Plan: Hybrid Hourly + Efficiency/Productivity Bonus
Pay Schedule: Bi-Monthly
5-8+ Years of Professional Shop Experience Required
Position Summary
Promotive is hiring an experienced Automotive Technician for a growing independent repair shop in Des Moines, IA. This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who enjoys heavy line work, works efficiently, and wants the opportunity to turn strong hours in a busy, team-oriented environment.
This shop services a mix of domestic and European vehicles and is looking for a dependable technician who can stay productive, work well with the team, and help continue building a strong shop culture. If you’re motivated, adaptable, and looking for a long-term opportunity with strong earning potential, this could be a great fit.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform heavy line repairs and general automotive service work on domestic and European vehicles
- Handle R&R work including engines, transmissions, axles, and major component replacements
- Complete maintenance and repair work efficiently while maintaining quality standards
- Perform suspension, brake, steering, and drivability repairs
- Work closely with the Service Advisor to ensure smooth communication and workflow
- Utilize Tekmetric shop management software and digital vehicle inspections (DVI)
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment
- Assist with mentoring and supporting other technicians when needed
- Contribute positively to a team-focused, growth-minded shop culture
Qualifications
- 5–8+ years of professional automotive technician experience
- Strong ability to efficiently turn hours and stay productive in a fast-paced shop
- Experience performing engine, transmission, axle, and major component R&R work
- Experience with domestic vehicles required; European vehicle experience is a plus
- Comfortable handling a wide range of repairs and services
- Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
- Attention to detail and pride in workmanship
- Ability to adapt and think outside the box when needed
- Willingness to continue learning and growing professionally
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Compensation & Benefits
- $30–$40/hr based on experience
- Hybrid pay structure with productivity/efficiency bonus opportunities
- $62K–$94K+ earning potential
- 2 weeks PTO after 90 days
- Paid holidays
- ASE certification reimbursement
- Ongoing paid training and off-site training opportunities
- Vision coverage available
- Team outings and Christmas parties
- Family-oriented work environment
- Stable Monday–Friday schedule
- No weekend work
About the Shop
- Growing independent repair shop that has been in business for one year
- Busy operation with strong car count and high average repair orders
- Technicians average around 50 flagged hours per week
- 8-bay facility with dedicated workspace
- Services a mix of domestic vehicles with some European and diesel work
- Uses Tekmetric shop management software with Digital Vehicle Inspections
- Team-focused culture with leadership invested in long-term growth
- Marketing support already in place to help maintain steady workflow
What They’re Looking For
This shop is looking for a technician who enjoys staying busy and producing hours consistently. Heavy diagnostic experience is not required — the priority is finding someone efficient, dependable, flexible with the work they perform, and motivated to contribute to a productive team environment.
Ready to join a growing shop where your productivity and work ethic are valued? Apply today and connect with a team that’s building something great in Des Moines!