General Service Technician / Lube Tech
About The Position
Richlonns Tire & Service Center - Waukesha, a GreatWater Garage, is hiring a General Service Technician / Lube Technician at its Waukesha, Wisconsin shop. The role focuses on oil changes, scheduled maintenance, digital vehicle inspections, basic tire services, and supporting technicians and shop workflow. The shop is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM CST. Pay is $18–$22 per hour, with training and advancement opportunities. The position offers a supportive, team-first shop environment emphasizing honest communication, quality workmanship, learning, and career development. Technicians receive paid training and skill development, with opportunities to develop toward more advanced technician roles. Training may include flush services; steering and suspension inspections and repair; brake-system inspections and repair; basic electrical systems; and ASE preparation for A4 and A5. The work takes place in an automotive repair shop, with exposure to moderate noise, adverse weather, chemicals, odors, dirt, and dust. The role also uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners. Flexible hours or days may include evenings and weekends when shops are open, and additional time may be required based on business needs.
Requirements
- At least 6 months of relevant experience in an automotive repair facility is preferred, or equivalent knowledge from a trade school.
- Previous professional automotive or mechanical experience is required.
- Interest in building a career in automotive repair.
- A willingness to earn ASE certifications and work toward becoming a C Level Technician is strongly preferred.
- Must possess a valid US driver's license and be insurable on the company's insurance policy.
- Must be able to drive a vehicle with passengers and perform drivability assessments.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work.
- Ability to perform inspections and follow service procedures.
- Willingness to learn digital vehicle inspections (DVI) and shop systems.
- Positive attitude and team-first mindset.
- A basic set of personal tools is required.
- Must be able to get into and out of various vehicles without assistance and drive a motor vehicle with passengers.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds without assistance.
- Must be able to view a monitor and use touch screens, mice, and keyboards.
- Must be able to climb up and down and over and under work platforms and lifts to access vehicles for repair.
- Must be able to stand for long periods.
- Must be able to perform major and fine motor movements needed for repairs, services, vehicle inspections, and shop cleaning.
- Must be able to frequently reach overhead, push, pull, bend, stoop, and perform other major body movements.
- Ability to work flexible hours or days, including evenings and weekends when shops are open; additional time may be required depending on business needs.
Nice To Haves
- Trade-school knowledge equivalent to automotive repair facility experience.
- Willingness to earn ASE certifications and work toward becoming a C Level Technician.
Responsibilities
- Perform oil changes and scheduled maintenance services.
- Complete digital vehicle inspections (DVI) to identify vehicle needs.
- Install and service wiper blades, bulbs, filters, and fluids.
- Perform tire rotations, tire repairs, and basic tire service.
- Assist with TPMS service and tire installations.
- Support technicians with vehicle inspections and shop workflow.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
- Drive vehicles with passengers and perform drivability assessments.
Benefits
- Front-loaded paid time off.
- Six paid holidays.
- Paid parental leave (one week).
- Teammate discounts on services.
- 401(k) match: 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2%; eligibility begins on the 90th date of employment.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) match up to $15 per paycheck.
- Company-paid life insurance and AD&D ($25,000).
- Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 at no cost.
- Voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and life benefits.
- Training and tuition reimbursement, including ASE test fee reimbursement.
- LEARN to EARN program with technician pay growth tied to ASE certifications.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
