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California is one of the largest markets for automotive technician jobs in the United States, driven by its massive vehicle population, a dense network of dealerships, and the growing electric vehicle industry centered around companies like Tesla, Rivian, and traditional dealership groups. Major hiring hubs include Los Angeles, San Jose, Sacramento, and San Diego.
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Folsom Lake Toyota is part of fast growing Group 1 Automotive, a leader in automotive retail and we are looking to add qualified AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE ADVISOR to our team. Group 1 is a Fortune 500 company that offers a team environment, great benefits and ongoing training and support for its associates. If you are in alignment with our values of integrity, transparency, professionalism and teamwork - now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail. Apply today or refer a qualified friend.
In addition to competitive pay, we offer our associates the following benefits:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid Time-Off
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
Professional work environment, with job training and advancement opportunities
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Promptly meet and greet service customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Listen to customer’s reasons for bringing in their vehicle to the service department.
- Offer logical diagnostic services or repairs to satisfy customers concerns.
- Provide accurate estimates for all the services or repairs recommended.
- Handle minor customer complaints and/or misunderstandings with courtesy, tact and in a manner that does not further aggravate problems.
- Personally turn over to the service manager or other designated management representative, customers with complaints that cannot be satisfied at the ASM level.
- Answer incoming telephone calls promptly, courteously and make every effort to satisfy the caller’s inquiry.
- Checks on progress of repair throughout the day. Contacts customers regarding any changes in the estimate or promised time, explains cost and time requirements in detail and gets proper authorization before any additional repairs are performed.
- Sell the proper repairs and/or services responsible to customers perceived needs.
- Present a service menu of recommended maintenance services to every service customer.
- Make a genuine effort to sell the maintenance services due on every service customer vehicle according to the services to Road to a Sale.
- Obtain accurate parts and labor prices for all customer pay and internal operations using the appropriate parts price sources and labor pricing guide.
- Give every customer an accurate estimate at the same time the repair order is initially written.
- Obtain properly documented telephone approval for all add-on sales when customers are not at the dealership.
- Meet or exceed sales objectives set by management.
- Properly, thoroughly and legibly write repair orders for the categories of work designated by management.
- Separate and distribute repair order copies according to department policy.
- Maintain a service scheduling form (route sheet) on a thorough, accurate and continuous basis.
- Properly document repair order changes.
- Carefully inspect every finished repair order for proper completion, pricing, accuracy and legibility.
- Document flat rate time or other required timekeeping according to the service department and/or manufacturers procedures.
- Maintain a record of carryover vehicles.
- Maintain a record of special order parts status.
- Perform other specific administrative functions as directed by service management.
- Monitor all special order parts and make sure all boards are up to date.
- Check all warranty follow up and make sure all team log books are up to date.
- Provide additional vehicle problem/complaint information to the technical staff as needed.
- Maintain communication with the technical staff regarding job status changes.
- Remain continuously posted on the shops workload to determine the kind of work the shop can quickly accommodate.
- Inform the sales manager of potential new vehicle sales customers.
- Confirm service appointments by telephone the day before the customer is scheduled to arrive.
- Contact service customers when their vehicles work is finished.
- Report any situation or condition to management that jeopardizes the safety, welfare or integrity of the dealership, its employees or customers.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 1 year dealership experience
- Must be able to write clear and precise repair instructions
- Provide estimates for labor and parts
- Establish/determine customers method of payment
- Obtain customers signature on PO
- Continuous communication on jobs throughout the day
- Coordinate with manufacturer and/or extended warranty companies for approval in advance of repairs
- Be knowledgeable of products and services
- Meet or exceed sales quotas set by management
- Test drive vehicles when necessary
COMPENSATION
- The pay range for this role is $60,000 to $120,000/year
OTHER
All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, MVR, and drug testing in order to qualify for employment
Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
INTRODUCTION
Folsom Lake Toyota is part of fast growing Group 1 Automotive, a leader in automotive retail and we are looking to add qualified AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE ADVISOR to our team. Group 1 is a Fortune 500 company that offers a team environment, great benefits and ongoing training and support for its associates. If you are in alignment with our values of integrity, transparency, professionalism and teamwork - now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail. Apply today or refer a qualified friend.
In addition to competitive pay, we offer our associates the following benefits:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid Time-Off
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
Professional work environment, with job training and advancement opportunities
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Promptly meet and greet service customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Listen to customer’s reasons for bringing in their vehicle to the service department.
- Offer logical diagnostic services or repairs to satisfy customers concerns.
- Provide accurate estimates for all the services or repairs recommended.
- Handle minor customer complaints and/or misunderstandings with courtesy, tact and in a manner that does not further aggravate problems.
- Personally turn over to the service manager or other designated management representative, customers with complaints that cannot be satisfied at the ASM level.
- Answer incoming telephone calls promptly, courteously and make every effort to satisfy the caller’s inquiry.
- Checks on progress of repair throughout the day. Contacts customers regarding any changes in the estimate or promised time, explains cost and time requirements in detail and gets proper authorization before any additional repairs are performed.
- Sell the proper repairs and/or services responsible to customers perceived needs.
- Present a service menu of recommended maintenance services to every service customer.
- Make a genuine effort to sell the maintenance services due on every service customer vehicle according to the services to Road to a Sale.
- Obtain accurate parts and labor prices for all customer pay and internal operations using the appropriate parts price sources and labor pricing guide.
- Give every customer an accurate estimate at the same time the repair order is initially written.
- Obtain properly documented telephone approval for all add-on sales when customers are not at the dealership.
- Meet or exceed sales objectives set by management.
- Properly, thoroughly and legibly write repair orders for the categories of work designated by management.
- Separate and distribute repair order copies according to department policy.
- Maintain a service scheduling form (route sheet) on a thorough, accurate and continuous basis.
- Properly document repair order changes.
- Carefully inspect every finished repair order for proper completion, pricing, accuracy and legibility.
- Document flat rate time or other required timekeeping according to the service department and/or manufacturers procedures.
- Maintain a record of carryover vehicles.
- Maintain a record of special order parts status.
- Perform other specific administrative functions as directed by service management.
- Monitor all special order parts and make sure all boards are up to date.
- Check all warranty follow up and make sure all team log books are up to date.
- Provide additional vehicle problem/complaint information to the technical staff as needed.
- Maintain communication with the technical staff regarding job status changes.
- Remain continuously posted on the shops workload to determine the kind of work the shop can quickly accommodate.
- Inform the sales manager of potential new vehicle sales customers.
- Confirm service appointments by telephone the day before the customer is scheduled to arrive.
- Contact service customers when their vehicles work is finished.
- Report any situation or condition to management that jeopardizes the safety, welfare or integrity of the dealership, its employees or customers.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 1 year dealership experience
- Must be able to write clear and precise repair instructions
- Provide estimates for labor and parts
- Establish/determine customers method of payment
- Obtain customers signature on PO
- Continuous communication on jobs throughout the day
- Coordinate with manufacturer and/or extended warranty companies for approval in advance of repairs
- Be knowledgeable of products and services
- Meet or exceed sales quotas set by management
- Test drive vehicles when necessary
COMPENSATION
- The pay range for this role is $60,000 to $120,000/year
OTHER
All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, MVR, and drug testing in order to qualify for employment
Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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Search Automotive Technician Jobs in CaliforniaAutomotive Technician Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for automotive technicians in California?
Dealership groups with large California footprints, including AutoNation, Hendrick Automotive Group, and Penske Automotive, have historically filed for work visas on behalf of skilled technicians. EV manufacturers and service centers, particularly those concentrated in the Bay Area and Southern California, also appear in Department of Labor disclosure data as sponsors for automotive service roles.
Which visa types are most common for automotive technician roles in California?
The H-2B visa is sometimes used for temporary automotive technician positions, though it comes with annual cap limitations. For longer-term roles, employers with documented shortages may pursue H-1B visa sponsorship if the position meets specialty occupation criteria, or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which is more common for skilled trades with demonstrated hiring need.
Which cities in California have the most automotive technician sponsorship jobs?
Los Angeles County, with its concentration of franchise dealerships and independent service centers, generates the highest volume of automotive technician openings in California. The San Jose and San Francisco Bay Area markets are particularly active for EV-focused technician roles. Sacramento and San Diego also maintain steady demand, supported by large commuter populations and regional dealership networks.
How to find automotive technician visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to browse automotive technician roles posted by California employers willing to sponsor. Rather than sifting through general job boards, you can focus on verified sponsorship opportunities in specific California cities or regions, which is especially useful given how unevenly sponsorship activity is distributed across the state's dealership and EV service markets.
Are there any California-specific considerations for automotive technicians seeking visa sponsorship?
California requires automotive technicians to hold a valid Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) license, which is a state-level credential separate from any federal visa requirement. Employers must meet California's prevailing wage standards when sponsoring a technician, which are determined by the Department of Labor and reflect local market rates. The state's strict emissions regulations also create strong demand for technicians certified in smog inspection and advanced EV diagnostics.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored automotive technician jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.