To the Automotive Technician Who Gets It: You're Not a Number. You're a Craftsman.
Ever notice how dealership techs look dead behind the eyes?
There's a reason for that.
They're stuck in a system that treats them like robots. Warranty time that pays half. Service writers who've never held a wrench. Corporate policies that make zero sense on the shop floor.
You chose the independent route because you wanted something different. You wanted to actually fix cars - not just replace parts. You wanted variety - not the same three recalls all week. You wanted to be treated like a professional - not employee #4387.
But let's be honest
Even in the independent world, it's getting harder to find shops that still get it. Maybe your current place is cutting corners to compete with chains. Maybe the owner's more worried about his boat payment than your bay. Maybe you're watching good techs leave while nothing changes.
We're Different. And We Can Prove It.
Automotive Technology of West Islip has been quietly doing things the right way since 1996. No corporate overlords. No revolving door. Just an honest, family-owned shop where techs stick around for 10, 15, even 20+ years.
Why? Because we remember what this business is really about.
HERE'S WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT FROM THE REST:
✓ REAL WORK ON ALL MAKES & MODELS From a '95 Civic to a 2024 BMW, you'll see it all. No mind-numbing warranty work. No "replace until fixed" mentality. Just real problem-solving that uses your full skill set.
✓ $100K GUARANTEED BASE + WEEKLY PERFORMANCE BONUSES (UP TO $140K) No flat rate games. No slow weeks eating into your mortgage payment. You get a solid guarantee plus bonuses when you kick ass - which you will, because we keep you busy.
✓ OWNER WHO STILL REMEMBERS WHAT A SHOP FLOOR FEELS LIKE Tom built this place as a tech who got tired of working for people who didn't get it. Greg, our manager since 2000, still diagnoses the tough ones. When you need support, you'll get it from people who've been there.
✓ YOUR WEEKENDS ARE YOURS—PERIOD Monday through Friday only. No Saturdays. No "just this once." Your kids' games, your projects, your life - they matter here.
✓ SMALL CREW, BIG RESPECT We're not trying to be a 30-bay circus. We're a tight team where everyone pulls their weight and watches each other's backs. No politics. No favorites. No drama.
✓ MODERN TOOLS WITHOUT THE CORPORATE NONSENSE Cloud-based Tekmetric, quality scan tools, and yes - actual working AC in the shop. We invest in what matters without the bureaucratic BS.
✓ WE PAY FOR YOUR GROWTH ASE certs, manufacturer training, whatever keeps you sharp - we cover it. Because skilled techs are an investment, not an expense.
✓ CUSTOMERS WHO ACTUALLY APPRECIATE GOOD WORK Our 543+ reviews and 4.9-star rating come from people who value quality over quick-lube prices. They trust us with their daily drivers and their toys - and they pay fairly for expertise.
That's just how we do business.
WHAT SETS YOU APART:
- 10+ years in independent shops fixing everything that rolls in
- You diagnose with your brain, not just a scan tool
- You've forgotten more about cars than most "techs" will ever know
- You take pride in fixing it right - even when no one's watching
- You're tired of shops that talk a good game but don't deliver
NOT LOOKING FOR:
- Parts changers who need their hand held
- Clock watchers counting down to 5:00
- Anyone who thinks "good enough" is actually good enough
THE BOTTOM LINE:
We've kept the same crew for years because we do what we say. No bait and switch. No empty promises. Just a solid shop run by people who respect the trade and the people in it.
If you're ready to work somewhere that values skill over speed, quality over quantity, and treats you like the professional you are - let's talk.
Apply on Indeed, drop by in person, or just shoot us a message.
Automotive Technology of West Islip
836 Union Blvd, West Islip, NY 11795
Phone or Text Tom at 631-974-2153 (And be sure to mention you saw the ad)
Talk soon,
- Tom
P.S. - Still skeptical? Good. That means you've been around. Come by, meet the crew, check out the shop. No high-pressure
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