Galloping Gertie’s Garage

Automotive Technician

Gig Harbor, WashingtonFull-time
$30 - $45 hourly
About the Job
Is your workplace a supportive shop, or just a collection of toolboxes and attitudes?

We’ve all been there: You walk into a shop where the air is thick with ego, everyone is fighting over the high-hour tickets, and management only talks to you when they’re barking about a comeback. It’s exhausting, and it’s why even the best techs burn out.

We do things differently here.
At Galloping Gerties, we believe that a bay is just a bay—it’s the person standing in it that matters. We aren’t looking for another "number" to fill a slot; we’re looking for a hard-working professional who’s tired of the shop drama and ready to actually enjoy coming to work again.

What you’ll find here instead of "Attitudes":
  • A Real Crew: We help each other diag the tough ones. If you’re buried, we pitch in. No "every man for himself" mentality.
  • Respect for Your Gear: We know you’ve invested a fortune in your tools. We provide a clean, secure, and well-maintained environment to use them in.
  • Zero-Drama Management: Our client advocates actually listen to the techs. We prioritize clear communication over finger-pointing.
  • Solid Hours without the Games: Fair dispatching that keeps your paycheck steady without the favoritism.

What we’re looking for:
  • Someone who wants to be part of a team.
  • An ambitious tech who recognizes that this industry never stops evolving and wants a shop that invests in their continuous professional growth.
  • The savy to know the different between doing things right and doing the right things.

Benefits of being on the Gertie's Team:
  • Fully paid Healthcare for you and your family.
  • We win as a shop or we lose as a shop. No egos, no blame, just solutions.
  • Paid Training.
  • Paid, nice, uniforms that fit well; hoodies and other goodies.
  • Free snacks and drinks - you request what you want, we get it.
  • Lots of free lunches. We don't do hangry.
  • Hassle Free Paid Vacation including the week off between Christmas and New Year's (fully paid of course)
  • Open Monday-Friday so no weekends ever.
  • Tool insurance.
  • Premium security system and cameras to keep your valuables secure.
  • Personal vehicle use of shop and equipment.
  • Automatic pay raises with ASE certifications.
  • We share the diags, the shortcuts, and the specialized tools. No secrets, just a shared mission.

Stop tolerating a toxic shop:
If you’re ready to trade the "attitudes" for a team that actually has your back, let’s talk.

Note: Pay is based on experience but expect something between $30-45/hour (for your full week - not just the hours you produce) with a production bonus that can double your pay.

https://gertiesgarage.com/careers/