Entry-level Lube Tech/Technician

Valvoline Inc•Cypress, TX
•Onsite

About The Position

As an Entry-Level Lube Technician at Valvoline Instant Oil Change, you will work with a friendly, collaborative team to provide customer service and perform preventative maintenance that helps keep guests safe on the road. No previous automotive experience is required; the company provides hands-on training through its award-winning program. Training covers oil changes, checking and refilling fluids, tire rotations, battery testing and replacement, inspecting and replacing lights and wipers, 18-point maintenance checks, and other preventative maintenance services. The role involves working in a non-climate-controlled environment and requires the ability to read and understand written and digital training materials, safety procedures, labels, and operational instructions. Schedule flexibility is needed, and weekend availability is likely. Late-night hours and holidays are not worked.

Requirements

  • Schedule flexibility; weekend availability is likely.
  • Eagerness to learn, a friendly attitude, and a 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 8 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 preventative 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 preventative maintenance services.

Benefits

  • $15.25 per hour with weekly pay.
  • Hands-on training and career advancement 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, and vision coverage, plus prescription drug coverage and Health Savings Account contributions.
  • Employee Assistance Program offering free, confidential well-being support, including personal, family, mental health, and legal 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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