Automotive General Service Technician
About The Position
The General Service Technician is an entry-level role in an automotive shop, supporting the store by performing vehicle maintenance services and inspections, keeping the shop clean and organized, and developing foundational automotive skills. The technician performs oil changes, tire services, basic maintenance, and Digital Vehicle Inspections while learning from experienced technicians, service advisors, and store leaders. This role can support advancement into more senior technical positions or other field roles. The position is based in Mesa, Arizona, and is full-time. Pay starts at $15.15 per hour and varies based on experience. The role requires a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed, and involves working in an automotive shop environment with exposure to noise, dust, exhaust, automotive products, and temperature extremes. Physical demands include standing and walking, regularly bending and kneeling, and lifting up to 70 pounds frequently.
Requirements
- Strong interest or desire to work in the automotive repair industry.
- Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn basic automotive maintenance and repair processes.
- Ability to follow written procedures, safety standards, and store processes.
- Ability to work collaboratively with technicians, service advisors, and store leaders.
- Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Reliability, safety focus, willingness to learn, and readiness to build foundational shop skills.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Vocational or technical training.
- General knowledge of under-hood, mechanical, and undercarriage assemblies.
- Previous shop, lube technician, tire technician, mechanical, customer service, or other hands-on work experience.
- State Inspector License in applicable locations, or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire if required by the store.
Responsibilities
- Perform tire services, including mounting, dismounting, balancing, and rotations.
- Perform oil changes and basic maintenance, including servicing fluids, wipers, bulbs, batteries, and air and cabin filters.
- Complete Digital Vehicle Inspections and repair order documentation accurately and thoroughly.
- Identify safety-related issues and communicate findings through appropriate store channels.
- Conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections where applicable, ethically and in accordance with company and state guidelines under appropriate supervision.
- Keep customer vehicles, the shop, service area, showroom, restrooms, and outside areas clean and customer-ready.
- Transport customers and pick up parts, tires, and supplies using company or customer vehicles as directed.
- Follow safety procedures, use required personal protective equipment, comply with environmental and hazardous-waste requirements, and report hazards or unsafe equipment to a supervisor.
- Collaborate with technicians and service advisors, accept coaching, and participate in ongoing training and development.
- Work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed, and complete other assigned duties.
- Adhere to company core values, policies, and procedures in the Employee Handbook.
Benefits
- Paid training and hands-on development.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Paid time off.
- Employee discounts.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
