Automotive Technician – Tires, Oil & Preventive Maintenance

Leeds West Groups•Lincoln, NE

21d•$18 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Midas | Leeds West Groups is hiring an Automotive Technician to perform routine vehicle maintenance, inspections, and repairs in a fast-paced automotive retail and repair environment. The technician uses diagnostic equipment, technical manuals, computerized systems, and current automotive tools and technology to identify and resolve vehicle issues, while ensuring work meets manufacturer specifications and industry quality and safety standards. The role emphasizes professional integrity, teamwork, ongoing learning, and quality customer service. The technician communicates service recommendations and estimates to customers and internal staff, maintains accurate inspection records, conducts quality checks and test drives, and promptly escalates additional service needs or safety concerns to the Store Manager or Service Manager. The position also involves coordinating with technicians and management, maintaining a clean and safe workplace, following OSHA and company policies, and supporting an inclusive and effective team environment. This is a full-time, onsite position requiring at least 32 hours per week. Operations are Monday through Saturday and Sunday at various locations; schedules and hours vary by location and business needs. The position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work, along with up to 25% travel between local stores. Overnight travel is less than 5% except for specific assignments.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Have an active, unrestricted driver’s license.
Be legally authorized to work in the United States while employed by Leeds West Groups.
Successfully complete an MVR check and maintain a clean driving record.
Have knowledge of the automotive industry.
Have technical knowledge of automotive systems, diagnostics, and repair procedures.
Have proficiency with diagnostic tools and equipment, including scan tools, multimeters, computerized diagnostic software, and Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI).
Understand the proper use of shop equipment, tools, and fluids.
Have strong integrity, active listening, communication, interpersonal, diplomacy, and customer-service skills.
Have strong organizational, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
Be proficient with computer and software systems and inventory and expense management.
Adapt to changing automotive technologies, methods, and best practices.
Thrive in a fast-paced sales environment and give and receive constructive feedback.
Manage priorities, multitask, and complete objectives with minimal supervision.
Meet consistent attendance expectations.
Be able to perform frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching, driving, climbing, and repetitive motions.
Be able to frequently lift and carry heavy parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds or more.
Have the physical endurance to work long hours in a fast-paced environment, often under tight deadlines, and adequate hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, vision, hearing, and speaking abilities.
Use required personal protective equipment, follow uniform standards, and comply with OSHA safe-workplace standards.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
At least one year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, fluid flushes, and filter replacements.
Assist with and conduct vehicle inspections to identify mechanical, electrical, maintenance, and safety concerns.
Complete repairs and maintenance tasks efficiently and accurately.
Use diagnostic equipment, technical manuals, and computerized systems to diagnose and troubleshoot automotive problems.
Ensure repairs and maintenance meet manufacturer specifications and industry quality and safety standards.
Perform quality control checks and test-drive vehicles to verify repairs and identify remaining issues.
Escalate accidents, additional service needs, and safety concerns to the Store Manager or Service Manager.
Conduct test drives in compliance with company policies, safety practices, and traffic laws.
Prepare accurate inspection records and communicate service recommendations and needs to sales and management staff.
Explain repair recommendations to customers, provide estimates, and address questions or concerns professionally.
Deliver quality automotive services and maintain a courteous, professional demeanor to support customer satisfaction.
Coordinate workflow with senior Automotive Technicians, management, and other team members.
Follow and promote workplace safety practices, OSHA requirements, and company safety policies.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Stay current on automotive industry trends, technology, and regulatory changes.
Support the Store Manager in fostering an inclusive team environment and meeting business and customer-service goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.