Auto General Service Technician

Pep Boys•Rialto, CA

11d•$17 - $20

About The Position

The General Service Technician performs basic automotive services, including mounting and balancing tires, tire repairs, oil changes, vehicle inspections, and other less technical services while delivering an excellent customer experience. The technician maintains clean and safe work areas in the tire and service department and may advise customers about, and sell them, recommended or required automotive services and repairs. The role also involves learning to diagnose and repair basic automotive systems and assisting other technicians and mechanics.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Passion for a career as an automotive technician.
Eagerness to learn and a competitive drive to succeed.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
Availability to work days, nights, holidays, and weekends as needed.
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

Learn to diagnose and repair basic automotive systems, including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling, and electrical systems.
Continuously learn new technical information and techniques through formal training to keep up with changing automotive technology.
Change engine oil and filters.
Install tires and perform tire maintenance.
Install batteries and check starting and charging systems.
Install headlights and other small bulbs.
Repair flat tires.
Install wiper blades.
Stock and unload tires.
Assist fellow technicians and mechanics with technical activities.
Keep store management informed about mechanical repair problems as they occur.
Clean and maintain an organized, neat shop.
Follow company policies, procedures, and safety and environmental rules.
Provide customers with advice about and sell recommended or required automotive services and repairs when needed.