Entry Level technician

Hendrick Automotive Group•Kansas City, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lube Technician performs express lube duties on vehicles at Hendrick Lexus North in Kansas City. The role includes oil and filter changes, lubricating vehicle joints, checking and replenishing fluids, inspecting battery and tire pressure, reporting necessary repairs to a service advisor, and ensuring vehicles are clean and ready for release. The technician maintains an organized and safe work area, follows company and safety procedures, participates in required training, and records work hours accurately. This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Basic knowledge of automotive parts and systems.
Demonstrable mechanical skills and knowledge.
Technical training or commensurate technical experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Basic computer skills to use the timekeeping system.
Ability to understand and follow instructions and communicate effectively with customers and company personnel.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos, and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
Ability to use common sense to carry out instructions, deal with standardized situations, and understand and follow technical manuals.
Regular and predictable attendance; scheduled shifts may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform duties involving standing, walking, handling objects, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

Responsibilities

Adhere to express lube guidelines.
Perform lube, oil, and filter changes, including draining and replacing oil and filters and lubricating joints such as idler arm steering knuckles, tie rod ends, and ball joints.
Report necessary repairs to the service advisor.
Install a completed LOF reminder sticker in the vehicle.
Check battery, tire air pressure, windshield fluid, transmission fluid, and power steering fluid levels, and refill as needed.
Check coolant level and refill as necessary.
Ensure vehicles are clean and free of fluid residue or fingerprints.
Check fluid levels before releasing vehicles.
Maintain CSI at or above Company standards.
Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area.
Participate in required training.
Record all hours worked accurately in the company timekeeping system.
Follow Safeguards rules and regulations and comply with company policies and procedures.
Observe all Federal, State, Local, and Company safety rules and regulations while performing duties.
Demonstrate the Company’s Core Values.
Perform other duties as assigned.