How to hire an automotive brake technician

How to hire an automotive brake technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step automotive brake technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an automotive brake technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new automotive brake technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your automotive brake technician job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find an automotive brake technician for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   An automotive brake technician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, automotive brake technicians from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of automotive brake technicians and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Automotive Brake Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Automotive Brake Technician	Automotive service technicians and mechanics, often called service technicians or service techs, inspect, maintain, and repair cars and light trucks.	$12-26
   Front End Mechanic	Unlike front-end specialists that have to specialize in the repair of just one system in a vehicle, front-end mechanics perform essential care and maintenance in a vehicle. Their job ranges from changing oil, checking out fluid levels, and rotating tires to fixing or replacing worn-out parts in a vehicle such as brake pads, wheel bearings, and sensors... Show more	$15-27
   Instrument Technician Apprentice	An instrument technician apprentice is responsible for performing installation and repairs on various electrical equipment and instruments such as control panels and motors, all while under the supervision and directives of a senior or master technician. Typically, their tasks revolve around conducting regular maintenance checks, coordinating with other technicians, organizing supplies, operating electrical tools, and understanding various electronic principles... Show more	$12-27

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Diagnosis
   • Brake Inspections
   • Lube
   • Manufacturer Specifications
   • ASE
   • Diagnostic Tests
   • R
   • Hand Tools
   • Oil Changes
   • ABS
   • Customer Vehicles
   • MIG
   • Brake Lines
   • Brake Pads

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   Responsibilities:

   • Inspect cars, service and repairs specializing in BMW repairs, manage shop, price and order parts, customer service
   • Implement PLC programming and troubleshooting procedures while also initiating and executing process improvements and conducting parts research when necessary.
   • general repairs LOF, batteries, alternators, water pump, timing belt, brakes, tires, belts hoses.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your automotive brake technician job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An automotive brake technician can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, automotive brake technicians' average salary in hawaii is 39% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level automotive brake technicians 51% less than senior-level automotive brake technicians.
   • Certifications. An automotive brake technician with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an automotive brake technician's salary.

   Average automotive brake technician salary

   $38,687yearly

   $18.60 hourly rate

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   Entry-level automotive brake technician salary

   $27,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

4. Writing an automotive brake technician job description

   A good automotive brake technician job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of an automotive brake technician job description:

   Automotive brake technician job description example

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   Mavis Tires & Brakes - Automotive Technicians Needed
   
   Action Gator Tire is proud to join the Mavis Tires & Brakes family. Mavis is a leader in the tire and automotive repair service field and is pleased to join the Oviedo, FL area. We're looking for full-time Automotive Technicians to join our Team at one of our state-of-the-art automotive service and tire sales centers.
   
   WHAT IS THIS GREAT CAREER OPPORTUNITY?
   
   As an Automotive Technician, you're the backbone of our business. That's why you'll realize the rewards of a career with competitive, guaranteed base compensation PLUSadditional earning potential through significant weekly bonus payments. The starting base rate of pay for an Automotive Technician is negotiable .
   
   + NO EXPERIENCE IS NEEDED! We'll teach you everything you need to know through PAID TRAINING.
   
   + While providing best-in-class automotive service, you'll get weekly bonus payments tied toevery singleservice you performon top of your guaranteed hourly rate.
   
   Take the first step on an exciting career path by becoming an Automotive Tire Technician, Mechanic, and Alignment with Mavis!
   
   HOW DO I KNOW IF A CAREER WITH MAVIS IS RIGHT FOR ME?
   
   You'd be a great fit for the Automotive Tire Technician, Mechanic, and Alignment position if you:
   
   + like paid training and using proven processes;
   
   + are motivated by commissions/incentive compensation;
   
   + value reliability, punctuality and teamwork;
   
   + love working in a fast-paced environment;
   
   + enjoy staying active;
   
   + are open to learning;
   
   + care about meeting customer-promised delivery times and providing quality service;
   
   + want to work for a growing company that promotes from within; and,
   
   + love working in a safe, state-of-the-art environment.
   
   To be eligible for the retail Automotive Technician position you must:
   
   + be at least 18 years of age;
   
   + be legally authorized to work in the United States; and,
   
   + be able to work 5 days each week.
   
   WHY WILL I LOVE WORKING WITH MAVIS?
   
   At Mavis, we understand that our people are our greatest asset. We value our team members' hard work and that's why we proudly offer you benefits and rewards to support your lifestyle and well-being. As an Automotive Technician, you can expect:
   
   + a safe, positive working environment;
   
   + an excellent combination of fringe benefits, like health and dental insurance;
   
   + a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match;
   
   + paid vacations;
   
   + paid personal and sick time;
   
   + paid holidays;
   
   + paid on-the-job training; and,
   
   + opportunities for career growth and advancement.
   
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   Get on the road to success at Mavis Tires & Brakes. What are you waiting for?APPLY NOW!
   
   Mavis is an Equal Opportunity Employer
   
   Consistent with our commitment to the principal of equal employment opportunity for all individuals, we enforce a zero-tolerance policy on discrimination at Mavis. Employment decisions are made without regard to an applicant's or employee's actual or perceived membership in any category or status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Where appropriate, Mavis may provide reasonable accommodation, in order for an otherwise qualified individual to perform the essential functions of the position. Mavis does not seek salary history information from applicants.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right automotive brake technician for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your automotive brake technician job on Zippia to find and recruit automotive brake technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit automotive brake technicians, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new automotive brake technician

   Once you've selected the best automotive brake technician candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new automotive brake technician. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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