Entry-level Lube Tech/Technician
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. Previous automotive experience is not required; the company provides hands-on training through its training program. The role is located at 8525 South Ave, Youngstown, OH 44514. Training covers changing oil; checking and refilling fluids; rotating tires; testing and replacing batteries; inspecting and replacing lights and wipers; performing an 18-point maintenance check; and other preventive maintenance services. The position requires schedule flexibility, with weekend availability likely, but employees do not work late nights or holidays. The work takes place in a non-climate-controlled environment.
Requirements
- An eager-to-learn attitude, friendliness, attention to detail, and interest in joining a customer-focused team.
- Schedule flexibility; weekend availability is likely.
- 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 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
- $16.00 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 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 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
