Now Hiring · Cleveland, Ohio
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We're rated 4.9 stars across 1,715+ Google reviews for a reason. We hire people who care about doing the job right. If that's you, we want to talk.
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What makes this shop different
If you've worked at shops where speed trumps doing it right, where advisors upsell without shame, or where techs are blamed when customers are unhappy — this is a different operation.
Hourly pay, not flat rate
You're paid for every hour you're on the clock, not just the jobs you flag. Automotive Technician $30.00–$37.50/hr · Service Advisor $22.00–$28.00/hr · Tire / Hybrid Technician $22.00–$25.50/hr.
You won't be dropping motors
Most of our work is tires, brakes, diagnostics, and general maintenance — the bread and butter that keeps a shop alive. You're not pulling engines on 20-year-old trucks. You're doing real work at a real pace without destroying your body.
Room to grow
If you want to develop diagnostics skills, move into a senior role, or eventually advise on shop operations, we're interested in growing with you. Where you start in the posted range depends on your experience and skills.
4.9 stars. 1,715+ Google reviews.
That's our customers talking, not our employees — it shows the cars keep coming. What it's like to work here, ask the techs. Stop by during business hours and see the bays yourself.
Predictable schedule
7 days — Mon–Sat 8AM–6PM, Sun 9AM–4PM. Sunday hours available for those who want them. No midnight calls. No drama. Show up, do good work, go home to your family.
What We Look For
Beyond technical skills, these are the character traits we consistently see in the people who thrive here:
- You do the job right even when no one is watching
- You tell the customer what you found — not what they want to hear, not more than they need
- You ask when you're unsure rather than guessing on someone's safety
- You treat every vehicle like it belongs to someone who depends on it
- You leave your bay cleaner than you found it
Open Roles
Current Openings
Automotive Technician
Mid to Senior
$30.00–$37.50/hr · hourly
You diagnose correctly the first time, explain your findings clearly, and take pride in work you'd put on your own car. We have the equipment, the workflow, and the customer base. You bring the skill and the standards.
What you'll do
- Perform accurate diagnosis using OBD-II scanners and live data analysis
- Complete brake, suspension, engine, and drivetrain repairs to manufacturer spec
- Document findings clearly so the service advisor can explain them to the customer
- Flag safety-critical issues and communicate urgency without pressure tactics
- Maintain a clean bay and organized toolset
- Mentor entry-level techs when appropriate
What we need
- 2+ years of hands-on automotive repair experience
- Competence in brakes, suspension, basic engine and drivetrain work
- Valid Ohio driver's license
- Your own tools (specialty tools provided by the shop)
- Ability to communicate findings to non-technical service staff
Nice to have
- ASE certification (one or more areas)
- Experience with domestic and import vehicles
- Diagnostic experience with intermittent faults
Service Advisor
Entry to Mid
$22.00–$28.00/hr · hourly
You're the bridge between the technician and the customer. Your job is to translate what the mechanic found into language the customer can act on — without pressure, without omission, and without condescension. If you've been in a shop that operated differently, this is your chance to do it right.
What you'll do
- Greet customers and listen to what they're experiencing with their vehicle
- Communicate technician findings clearly and honestly, including photos when available
- Present estimates with a priority breakdown — what's urgent, what can wait
- Answer questions without upselling or minimizing concerns
- Schedule follow-up appointments and manage repair workflow
- Handle phone inquiries and walk-ins with equal care
What we need
- Genuine communication skills — you explain things clearly to people who aren't mechanics
- Basic automotive knowledge sufficient to understand and relay repair findings
- Comfort with a fast-paced, customer-facing environment
- Ability to stay organized during busy periods
- Valid Ohio driver's license
Nice to have
- Previous service advisor or customer-facing automotive experience
- Experience with shop management software
- Bilingual (Spanish, Arabic, or other languages common in our community)
Tire / Hybrid Technician
Entry to Mid
$22.00–$25.50/hr · hourly
The role that keeps us running. Fast hands, attention to TPMS sensors, and the discipline to torque lug nuts to spec without skipping steps. Tires are the core of this shop — the pace is real, and the pay is hourly.
What you'll do
- Mount, balance, and install tires on cars, trucks, SUVs, and fleet vans
- Perform TPMS sensor service and resets
- Repair flats using proper plug-and-patch method (no rope plugs)
- Inspect tires for wear patterns that indicate alignment or suspension issues
- Rotate tires and torque to spec
- Maintain a clean, organized workspace
What we need
- Physical ability to lift tires and work on your feet throughout the shift
- Mechanical aptitude — you follow specs, not shortcuts
- Valid Ohio driver's license
- Attention to detail (TPMS, torque spec, valve stem condition)
Nice to have
- Previous tire shop or automotive experience
- Comfort operating tire mounting and balancing equipment
- Ability to work efficiently during high-volume periods
Apply — or Just Talk
No resume required. Apply in 2 minutes, ask a private question, set up a shop visit, or just get on our list. We respond within 48 hours.
Come in person
17625 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44112
7 days — Mon–Sat 8AM–6PM, Sun 9AM–4PM
Know a Good Mechanic?
Refer a technician who gets hired and stays 90 days — you get $300 cash. Customer, parts rep, tool-truck driver, fellow tech — anyone can refer. Just tell them to put your name and phone in the "Referred by" box when they apply.
Nick's Tire & Auto is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all candidates on skill, character, and fit — nothing else.