Entry-level Lube Tech/Technician
About The Position
As an Entry-Level Lube Technician at Valvoline Instant Oil Change, you’ll work with a friendly, collaborative team to provide customer service and perform preventive maintenance that helps keep guests safe on the road. No prior automotive experience is required; an award-winning training program provides hands-on instruction in vehicle maintenance services. The position is located at 3488 Erie Blvd E, De Witt, NY 13214. The role requires schedule flexibility, including likely weekend availability, but does not involve late-night hours or holidays. Employees work in a non-climate-controlled environment and may stand for up to eight hours, climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- Bring a positive attitude, attention to detail, an eagerness to learn, and a friendly approach to working with a customer-focused team.
- Have schedule flexibility; weekend availability is likely.
- Be able to review, read, and understand written and digital training materials, safety procedures, labels, and operational instructions.
- Be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Be able to stand for up to eight hours, climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
- Be able to crouch, bend, twist, and work with hands above the head.
- Be comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to guests.
- Perform preventive maintenance services, including changing oil; checking and refilling fluids; rotating tires; testing and replacing batteries; inspecting and replacing lights and wipers; and performing an 18-point maintenance check.
- Complete other preventive maintenance services as trained.
Benefits
- $18.25 per hour with weekly pay.
- Hands-on training and the 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.
- Back-up child and elder care.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, plus Health Savings Account contributions.
- Employee Assistance Program offering 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%.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
