Galloping Gertie’s Garage

High-Potential Apprentice Technician

Gig Harbor, WashingtonFull-time
$22 - $26 hourly
About the Job
Total Value: $72,000 – $81,000+ (with included full health insurance package)

About the Role:

Are you tired of "lube tech" jobs with no path forward? We are a high-end European specialty shop looking for a High-Potential Apprentice who wants to learn the trade the right way. We specialize in maintenance-heavy, high-quality service for premium vehicles. You won’t just be changing oil; you’ll be mentored by a Master Technician to become a precision specialist in the world’s finest cars.

What Sets Us Apart:

The "Best in the South Sound" Benefit Package:

We believe a technician should be able to focus on their craft without the stress of "buying their job" or worrying about their family's health.

Professional Tool Program: Don't go into debt for a tool box. We provide a fully equipped, professional tool set and workstation for our apprentices. We invest in you so you can invest in your skills.
  • The "Holiday Reset": Our entire shop closes between Christmas and New Year's Day. You get the full week off, fully paid, to spend time with your family and recharge for the new year.
  • 100% Paid Family Healthcare: We cover the full premium for you, your spouse, and your children. No premiums out of your paycheck. (Value: ~$27,000/year).
  • State-of-the-Art Environment: We are ultra-premium and ultra-equipped. If a tool or piece of equipment makes the job safer, more precise, or more efficient, we buy it. You will never be "making do" with outdated gear.
  • Paid Training: We don't just want you to work; we want you to grow. We pay for your certifications and specialized European vehicle training.

Responsibilities:

Perform Professional Inspections: Conduct our signature digital vehicle inspections (DVIs) with extreme attention to detail.
Maintenance Execution: Perform oil services, brake repairs, cooling system flushes, and suspension work to factory standards.
Final QA: Participate in our rigorous quality-assurance check-out process for every vehicle.
Learn and Grow:   Assist with advanced diagnostics under the guidance of our shop owner.

Qualifications:

Attitude is Everything: We hire for character and train for skill. If you are humble, hungry, and ready to learn, you’ll thrive here.
Basic Competency: 1–2 years of experience in an auto shop or completion of a technical program (ASE certifications a plus but not required).
Detail-Oriented: You must take pride in a clean bay and a perfect repair order.
Valid Driver’s License: With a clean driving record.