Lube and Tire Technician

Sun Auto Tire and Service•Lake St. Louis, MO

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About The Position

The Lube and Tire Technician is an entry-level role supporting an automotive service store by performing vehicle maintenance, inspections, and shop operations. The technician performs oil changes, tire services, basic maintenance, and Digital Vehicle Inspections while learning from experienced technicians, service advisors, and store leaders. The role provides hands-on development and a foundation for advancement in automotive service. The position works in an automotive shop with exposure to moderate to loud noise, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and temperature extremes. Work includes standing for up to eight hours per day, walking throughout the building, regularly bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching, and lifting or moving up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds frequently. Safety goggles and other personal protective equipment are used as required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. The stated pay range is $16–$19 per hour, depending on experience. Sun Auto Tire & Service describes a values-driven culture, a sense of belonging, pride in quality work, and opportunities to learn and build a career. The company offers paid training and hands-on development, and identifies potential advancement into technical, service, training, or field leadership roles.

Requirements

Reliable, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, willing to learn, and ready to build foundational shop skills.
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.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Vocational or technical training school.
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 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.