Lube and Tire Technician
About The Position
The Lube and Tire Technician is an entry-level role in an automotive service shop. The technician performs tire services, oil changes, basic maintenance, and Digital Vehicle Inspections; documents work; identifies and communicates safety-related issues; and helps keep vehicles and shop areas clean and customer-ready. State safety and emissions inspections may also be performed where applicable, under appropriate supervision and in accordance with company and state guidelines. The role includes transporting customers and picking up parts or supplies as directed, following safety and environmental procedures, and collaborating with technicians and service advisors. The technician receives hands-on training and coaching and can develop skills for advancement into more technical or field leadership roles.
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 18 years of age or older.
- Reliable, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, willing to learn, and ready to build foundational shop skills.
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
- Mount, dismount, balance, and rotate tires.
- 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 according to 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 perform other duties as assigned.
- Adhere to Sun Auto's core values and company policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay
- 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
