Entry-level Lube Tech/Technician (Part Time)

Valvoline Inc•Portland, OR

7d•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. Previous automotive experience is not required; the company provides hands-on training through its award-winning program. Training covers oil changes, fluid checks and refills, tire rotations, battery testing and replacement, light and wiper inspection and replacement, 18-point safety checks, and other preventive maintenance services. The role is based at 440 NE Weidler St, Portland, OR 97232. The position requires schedule flexibility, with weekend availability likely. Employees do not work late nights or holidays. The work takes place in a non-climate-controlled environment and involves standing for up to eight hours, climbing stairs, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, and crouching, bending, twisting, and working with hands above the head. Valvoline describes a supportive, customer-focused team environment and offers hands-on training, with the potential to become a Service Center Manager within 18–24 months. Benefits may vary by location and terms and conditions apply.

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 English reading, writing, and speaking.
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 top-tier customer service to guests.
Change oil.
Check and refill fluids.
Rotate tires.
Test and replace batteries.
Inspect and replace lights and wipers.
Perform an 18-point safety check.
Perform other preventive maintenance services.

Benefits

$18.25 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 with 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%.