Ford/Mazda Certified Technician | Flat-Rate - Tonkin Mazda of Portland

Job Details: Job Location: Tonkin Mazda of Portland - Portland, OR, Salary Range: $35.00 - $40.00Hourly, Job Category: Service, Stop looking for a job and start building a career where your skills, growth, and long-term potential come first. If you’re a driven technician who wants consistent work, room to grow, and the support to advance your certifications, this is the place to do it.

At Portland Mazda with the legendary Tonkin family, you’ll work in the largest Mazda dealership by square footage, with state-of-the-art equipment, multiple alignment racks and tire machines, up to two bays depending on productivity, and clean, comfortable employee locker and break rooms.

We invest in our technicians through paid in‑person and online Mazda certification training—from Certified to Master—and reimburse ASE certifications, all within a top‑notch service department known for a strong culture and full bays. Here, you’ll diagnose and repair vehicles with confidence while building a future backed by a team that’s committed to helping you succeed.

Why Join the Tonkin Family of Dealerships?

Because here, your career is more than a position—it’s a long-term investment.

Promotion from within, recognizing talent early and supporting your growth

Tools, training, and support designed to help you succeed and advance

Work in well-equipped, high-volume stores with steady opportunities

Paid training to build your skills and expand your expertise

Clear career paths across multiple brands and departments

A culture built on teamwork, professionalism, and pride in your craft

A workplace where you’re not just an employee—you’re building a lasting career

Ford/Mazda Technician Job Responsibilities

Automotive diagnostics and inspections

Conducting inspections, repairing engine failures, repairing mechanical and electrical systems, and replacing parts

Comply with manufacturer specifications throughout the repair/servicing process

Mentor and help other technicians on the Service Team

 Schedule: M-F or T-Sat., hours may vary

Ford/Mazda Technician Compensation and Benefits

Flat-rate pay plan with our top performers reaching upwards of 150+ hours billed per pay period! (300+ billable hours per month)

In addition to competitive pay, our benefits are designed to support you and your family…

Employer-subsidized Medical and Dental insurance, with comprehensive coverage options

Company-Paid Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, and text-based Telehealth

A variety of voluntary benefit options, including Short and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Pet, as well as additional life insurance for you and your family

401(k) with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off that begins accruing from Day 1

Exclusive employee pricing for you and your family on parts, service, and vehicles

Qualifications: Ford/Mazda Technician Qualifications

1-3 years of automotive repair/diagnostic experience
Ford/Mazda Certified is preferred but not required
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Corporate requirements: Must be 18 years or older with a valid driver's license and clean driving record, able to pass a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug screen.

Stop settling for "good enough." Take your career to the next level with Tonkin Mazda—Apply to join the best in Portland!