Automotive Lube Technician

LaFontaine Kia•Ypsilanti, MI

About The Position

The Lube & Oil Technician performs lubrication-related services for customers professionally and efficiently. The role performs oil and filter services, completes vehicle inspections as required, and provides dependable vehicle service and excellent customer service to internal and external customers. The technician receives service assignments from the service writer or service manager and completes lube work within the allotted time. The technician maintains equipment in good working condition and keeps the work area safe, clean, and organized. The role also requires completing and filing proper paperwork after each job, keeping technical qualifications current through required training, and ensuring the vehicle is cleaner when the work is finished than when it was dropped off. The company describes itself as a family-focused automotive group committed to customer relationships, community involvement, employee development, and environmental protection.

Requirements

Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
Professional personal appearance.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to meet the company's production and quality standards.
Ability to occasionally climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to occasionally walk, sit, and talk or hear.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Perform lube, oil, and filter services professionally.
Perform vehicle inspections as required.
Provide excellent customer service and dependable vehicle service to internal and external customers.
Receive service assignments from the service writer or service manager and complete lube work within the allotted time.
Maintain equipment in good working condition.
Keep the work area safe, clean, efficient, and organized, and help keep the shop neat.
Complete and file the proper paperwork after each job.
Complete required training programs to keep technical qualifications current.
Ensure the vehicle is cleaner when the job is completed than when the customer dropped it off.
Attend company meetings as required.
Maintain a follow-up system for assigned projects.
Establish performance goals consistent with company productivity standards and develop strategies to meet them.
Review work and time utilization regularly to identify ways to improve effectiveness.
Keep abreast of business terminology and changes in products and services.
Understand applicable federal, state, and local requirements governing the company's business.
Follow lawful supervisor directions and work rules and procedures.
Participate in performance management.
Interact well with others and contribute positively to employee morale.
Uphold company non-disclosure and confidentiality policies and agreements.
Work evening, weekend, and holiday hours as required.