Experienced Automotive Mechanic Job at Wayside Garage, Seaside, CA

  • Wayside Garage
  • Seaside, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Experienced Automotive Technician – No Weekends, No Games

Seaside, CA | Full-Time | Mon–Fri

Tired of flat rate and shops that put profit over people?

At Wayside Garage , we do things differently. We’ve been a family-owned, values-driven shop since 1946, and our mission is simple: always do what’s best for the customer — with honesty, integrity, and real care.

We’re growing and looking for an experienced tech who wants a solid team, fair pay, and a place that actually supports your career.

What You’ll Do: 

  • Diagnose & repair all makes/models.
  • Perform thorough inspections.
  • Document clearly & communicate well.
  • Recommend honest repairs (no sales pressure).
  • Keep a clean, organized bay.
  • Help mentor newer techs when needed.

What We’re Looking For:

  • 3+ years of professional shop experience.
  • Strong diagnostics & drivability skills.
  • ASEs (or willing to earn them — we pay).
  • Team player with professionalism and integrity.
  • Someone who cares about doing right by the customer.


(Our values: Family, Integrity, Hospitality, Initiative, Growth & Professionalism — and we live them.)

Pay & Perks:
  • $33/hr starting + production bonus.
  • Mon–Fri, 7:30–4:30 — weekends & holidays off.
  • Vacation + PTO.
  • 50% employer-paid medical/dental/vision (after 180 days).
  • Paid ASEs + ATI training.
  • Free uniforms.
  • Friday lunches + shop snacks.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Relocation assistance.

Why Wayside:

  • Top 50 nationwide Top Shop Challenge finalist.
  • Recently expanded 9-bay facility.
  • No quotas, no upsells, no shady stuff.
  • A team that actually supports each other.
  • Long-term customer relationships are built on honesty.

Ready to Work Somewhere That Treats You Right?

Apply today and join a shop where your skills matter — and your values do too.

Job Tags

Price work, Full time, Relocation package

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