Entry-level Lube Tech/Technician
About The Position
Valvoline Instant Oil Change is hiring an entry-level Lube Technician to provide customer service and perform preventive maintenance services on guests’ vehicles. No previous automotive experience is required; the company provides hands-on training through its training program. The position is located at 2050 McKelvey Rd, Maryland Heights, Missouri 63043. Training covers oil changes, checking and refilling fluids, tire rotations, testing and replacing batteries, inspecting and replacing lights and wipers, performing 18-point maintenance checks, and other preventive maintenance services. The role offers a path to potential advancement to Service Center Manager within 18–24 months.
Requirements
- Schedule flexibility; weekend availability is likely.
- Eagerness to learn, a friendly attitude, and interest in 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 oil changes.
- Check and refill vehicle fluids.
- Rotate tires.
- Test and replace batteries.
- Inspect and replace lights and wipers.
- Perform 18-point maintenance checks.
- Perform other preventive maintenance services.
Benefits
- $17.50 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 offering 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%.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
