Entry-level Lube Tech/Technician

Valvoline Inc•Louisville, KY
•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 prior automotive experience is required; the company provides hands-on training through its award-winning training program. Training covers oil changes, checking and refilling fluids, tire rotations, battery testing and replacement, inspecting and replacing lights and wipers, 18-point maintenance checks, and other preventive maintenance services. The role is located at 7150 Cedar Springs Blvd, Louisville, KY 40291. Employees work in a collaborative, customer-focused team environment. The position requires schedule flexibility, including likely weekend availability, but does not require late-night or holiday work. The work environment is not climate-controlled.

Requirements

  • Positive attitude, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
  • Friendly attitude and desire to work as part of 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 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 customer service to guests.
  • Perform preventive maintenance services on vehicles.
  • Change oil and check and refill fluids.
  • Rotate tires.
  • Test and replace batteries.
  • Inspect and replace lights and wipers.
  • Perform 18-point maintenance checks.
  • Perform other preventive maintenance services.

Benefits

  • $16.25 per hour with weekly pay.
  • Hands-on training and career advancement potential to become a Service Center Manager within 18–24 months.
  • 13 paid credit hours per year at WilmU, covering partial 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, prescription drug coverage, and Health Savings Account contributions.
  • Employee Assistance Program with free, confidential support for 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%.
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