General Maintenance Technician

Telle Tire & Auto Service Inc • O’Fallon, MO

11d • $52,000 - $67,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The General Maintenance Technician (GMT) is responsible for performing a range of preventive maintenance services and general shop support in a fast-paced automotive environment. This role focuses on high-volume, entry-to-intermediate services and is compensated with an hourly rate plus a Billed Hours Bonus (BHB) tied to weekly production. The GMT plays an important role in shop throughput, team support, and delivering a consistent, high-quality experience to every customer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six (6) to twelve (12) months of automotive service experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to perform oil changes, tire services, and basic maintenance independently.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to mount, balance, and install tires within 45 minutes.
• Intermediate mechanical and maintenance skills; ability to complete assigned services efficiently and accurately.
• Ability to operate common automotive service tools and shop equipment.
• Production mindset: motivated to build billed hours and meet weekly BHB targets.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to continue learning, complete required training, and advance toward Senior or Master Technician levels.
• Basic computer literacy for DVI and shop management system use.

Nice To Haves

• Missouri State Vehicle Inspector’s License.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications (A4, A5, or equivalent preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance services including oil and fluid changes, tire rotations, tire installations and balancing, battery installations, and wiper/headlight replacements.
• Complete digital vehicle inspections (DVIs), documenting findings with notes and photos in the shop management system.
• Conduct Missouri State Vehicle Inspections and warranty checks as certified and directed.
• Track personal billed hours weekly; maintain awareness of BHB tier targets and production goals.
• Assist Master and Senior Technicians with repair tasks, parts staging, and shop workflow as needed.
• Transport customer vehicles to and from sublet shops; shuttle customers as needed.
• Pick up and deliver parts from local warehouses and vendors.
• Maintain proper inventory levels, organize stockrooms, and report supply needs to the Store Manager.
• Keep workstations and shared shop areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
• Attend team meetings and participate in on-the-job and formal training sessions.
• Produce accurate, legible documentation of all services performed.

Benefits

• Hourly base rate commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Billed Hours Bonus (BHB) paid every pay period based on weekly hours produced.
• Pay increases are tied to time with the company and completion of required training on schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED