Entry-level Lube Tech/Technician

Valvoline Inc•Fairwood, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Valvoline Instant Oil Change is hiring an entry-level Lube Technician to perform preventive maintenance services and provide top-tier customer service in a friendly, collaborative team environment. The role is located at 12108 North Division Street, Spokane, WA 99218. Previous automotive experience is not required; an award-winning training program teaches employees to perform vehicle maintenance services and supports their professional development. Training covers oil changes, fluid checks and refills, tire rotations, battery testing and replacement, light and wiper inspection and replacement, 18-point maintenance checks, and other preventive maintenance services. The company offers hands-on training and a potential career path to Service Center Manager within 18–24 months. Compensation is $19.25 per hour, paid weekly. Benefits may vary by location and terms and conditions apply.

Requirements

Schedule flexibility; weekend availability is likely.
Eagerness to learn, a friendly attitude, and interest in being 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 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

$19.25 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 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, plus prescription drug coverage and Health Savings Account contributions.
Employee Assistance Program offering free, confidential well-being support, including 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%.