Entry-level Lube Tech/Technician (Part Time)

Valvoline Inc•Tualatin, OR

15d•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; the company provides hands-on training through its award-winning training program. The role is located at 6900 SW Nyberg St, Tualatin, Oregon 97062, and is part-time. Training covers oil changes; checking and refilling fluids; tire rotations; testing and replacing batteries; inspecting and replacing lights and wipers; performing 18-point safety checks; and other preventive maintenance services. The position offers a collaborative team environment and hands-on training that may support advancement to Service Center Manager within 18–24 months. The role requires schedule flexibility, with weekend availability likely, and work in a non-climate-controlled environment. Employees must be able to stand for up to eight hours, climb stairs, occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, and crouch, bend, twist, and work with their hands above their head. Late-night and holiday work is not expected.

Requirements

Positive attitude, attention to detail, and passion for learning.
Schedule flexibility; weekend availability is likely.
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 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 in a customer-focused team environment.
Perform oil changes.
Check and refill vehicle fluids.
Rotate tires.
Test and replace batteries.
Inspect and replace lights and wipers.
Perform 18-point safety checks.
Perform other preventive maintenance services for vehicles.

Benefits

$18.25 per hour, paid weekly.
Hands-on training with potential to become a Service Center Manager within 18–24 months.
13 paid credit hours per year at WilmU, covering part-time 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 with free, confidential well-being support, including personal and work relationships, family, mental health, and legal issues.
Company-provided uniforms and tools.
50% discount on VIOC automotive services.
401(k) savings plan with a 100% match up to 5%.