Entry-level Lube Tech/Technician

Valvoline Inc•Tyler, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Valvoline Instant Oil Change is hiring an entry-level Lube Technician to provide customer service and perform preventive maintenance services that help keep guests safe on the road. No previous automotive experience is required. Employees receive hands-on training through an award-winning program to learn oil changes, fluid checks and refills, tire rotations, battery testing and replacement, light and wiper inspection and replacement, 18-point maintenance checks, and other preventive maintenance services. The role is based at 1823 S Southeast Loop 323, Tyler, Texas. The company describes a friendly, collaborative team environment and offers hands-on training and support, with potential career progression to Service Center Manager within 18–24 months. The position involves working in a non-climate-controlled environment and requires physical activity including standing for up to eight hours, climbing stairs, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, and crouching, bending, twisting, and working with hands above the head.

Requirements

No previous automotive experience is required; hands-on training is provided.
Schedule flexibility, including likely weekend availability.
Eagerness to learn, a friendly attitude, and desire to be part of a customer-focused team.
Ability to review, read, and understand written and digital training materials, safety procedures, labels, and operational instructions.
Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Ability to stand for up to eight hours, climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to crouch, bend, twist, and work with hands above the head.
Comfort working in a non-climate-controlled environment.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to guests.
Perform preventive maintenance services on vehicles.
Change oil.
Check and refill fluids.
Rotate tires.
Test and replace batteries.
Inspect and replace lights and wipers.
Perform an 18-point maintenance check.
Perform other preventive maintenance services.

Benefits

$15 per hour with weekly pay.
Hands-on training and potential to become a Service Center Manager within 18–24 months.
13 paid credit hours per year at WilmU, covering partial enrollment over two semesters.
No late-night hours and holidays off.
Paid time-off availability.
Backup child and elder care.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus prescription drug coverage and Health Savings Account contributions.
Employee Assistance Program with free, confidential well-being support.
Company-provided uniforms and tools.
50% discount on VIOC automotive services.
401(k) savings plan with a 100% match up to 5%.