Lube Technician - Baytown Ford

Sonic Automotive•Baytown, TX

2h•$18 - $20

About The Position

The Lube Technician lubricates vehicles quickly and thoroughly, coordinating work with the Production Foreman. The role includes performing routine lubrication services, inspecting vehicles for potential repair or preventive-maintenance needs, maintaining lubrication equipment, and keeping customer vehicles clean. The technician follows company safety procedures and reports accidents promptly.

Requirements

At least 6 months of experience as a technician’s helper, apprentice technician, or lube technician in an automotive dealership or service shop.
Basic understanding of automotive systems, components, and maintenance procedures, including oil changes, filter replacements, tire rotations, and fluid checks.
Experience using automotive tools and equipment, such as wrenches, oil filter wrenches, and socket sets.
Must have a personal set of basic hand tools, wrenches, and sockets.
Ability to work collaboratively with technicians, service advisors, and customers, with strong communication skills to explain maintenance needs and recommendations.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Must be authorized to work in the USA.
Must be willing to undergo pre-employment drug testing, background check, and motor vehicle record check.

Responsibilities

Perform automotive lubrication services, including oil changes and topping off fluids.
Inspect customer vehicles, including the battery, lights, and tires, and refer needed repairs or preventive maintenance to the Service Advisor.
Operate and maintain lubrication equipment.
Receive repair orders from the Service Salesman or Production Foreman and move the vehicle to the service lift.
Lubricate vehicles while looking for other items that may need repair.
Keep customer vehicles clean.
Ensure equipment, especially lifts, is in proper working order.
Use appropriate amounts of materials and supplies.
Follow company safety policies and procedures and immediately report accidents to a manager or supervisor.