Lube and Tire Technician
About The Position
The Lube and Tire Technician is an entry-level role in an automotive shop, supporting store operations by performing essential vehicle maintenance services, completing inspections, and helping keep the shop clean and organized. The role includes oil changes, tire services, basic maintenance, and Digital Vehicle Inspections, while developing foundational automotive skills with guidance from experienced technicians, service advisors, and store leaders. Technicians also document inspection findings, communicate safety-related issues through store channels, and may conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections where applicable under appropriate supervision. The role requires following safety, environmental, and company procedures; maintaining customer-ready work areas; and assisting with customer transportation and supply pickups as directed. This is a full-time position with a pay range of $16–$19 per hour, depending on experience.
Requirements
- Reliability, safety focus, mechanical aptitude, willingness to learn, and readiness to build foundational shop skills.
- Strong interest or desire to work in the automotive repair industry.
- 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 of age.
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 one 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 the proper 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 PPE, comply with environmental and hazardous waste requirements, and report hazards or unsafe equipment to a supervisor.
- Work collaboratively 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 duties as assigned.
- Adhere to Sun Auto's core values and company policies and procedures outlined 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
