Under the Hood Careers

Under the Hood Careers “Good techs aren’t born—they’re trained.”
This page is for people working in the automotive world

Contacts

Xiomara Renteria
[email protected]
Office: 312-915-5291

Donovan Clarke
[email protected]
Office: 312-471-8572

04/16/2026

This page is about real conversations in the automotive industry — skills, growth, and shop life. If you work in auto, you’re welcome here.

“The process matters.”
04/15/2026

“The process matters.”

Mid‑level auto techs in Buffalo / WNY — quick questionWhat makes a shop worth staying at once you’re past the entry‑leve...
04/15/2026

Mid‑level auto techs in Buffalo / WNY — quick question
What makes a shop worth staying at once you’re past the entry‑level stage?

Consistent work? Fair pay structure? Not being rushed through everything?

Asking because there’s an opening for a mid‑level automotive technician here in Buffalo, and the goal is to bring someone into a shop that values solid fundamentals, clean work, and steady growth — not chaos.

If you’ve got a few years under your belt and are quietly open to the right setup, happy to share details by message.
📍 Buffalo, NY

Automotive techs in North Charleston / Charleston area — quick questionWhen a new shop opens, what actually matters most...
04/15/2026

Automotive techs in North Charleston / Charleston area — quick question
When a new shop opens, what actually matters most to you?
Training? Clear expectations? Steady work? A chance to grow with the location?

Asking because a new automotive location is opening in North Charleston, and we’re building the tech team from entry‑level through experienced. The focus is on doing things right from day one — solid processes, realistic workload, and room to develop as the shop grows.

If you’re currently working in automotive (or just getting started) and quietly open to learning more, happy to share details by message.
📍 North Charleston, SC

Overnight brake techs around Renton / South King County — quick question For techs who’ve worked nights doing brakes and...
04/15/2026

Overnight brake techs around Renton / South King County — quick question For techs who’ve worked nights doing brakes and light mechanical, what makes an overnight role worth sticking with?

Consistent work? Hourly stability? Smaller crew? Predictable pace?

Asking because there’s an overnight brake tech opening near the Renton area, and the goal is to make sure it’s a solid setup for someone who prefers nights and steady brake work — not rushed flat‑rate chaos.

If you’ve done brake work locally and are quietly open to learning more, happy to share details by message.
📍 Renton, WA

04/15/2026

Certifications Help — Experience Pays
ASEs matter, but they matter most after hands‑on competence.

Focus order:

Fundamentals
Consistency
Diagnostics
Then certifications

Shops pay more for problem‑solvers, not paper alone.

Hello Everyone!We are currently looking for a Quality Control Inspector in our Kingsburg, CA area ☺️Feel free to apply o...
09/08/2025

Hello Everyone!

We are currently looking for a Quality Control Inspector in our Kingsburg, CA area ☺️

Feel free to apply or give us a call at (559) 802-3661 🙌🏼

Our office is located in Visalia, CA

Address

Buffalo, NY
142XX

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Under the Hood Careers posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Category