Entry-level Lube Tech/Technician

Valvoline Inc•Jefferson City, TN
•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 previous automotive experience is required. Employees receive hands-on training through an award-winning program to perform services such as oil changes, fluid checks and refills, tire rotations, battery testing and replacement, light and wiper inspection and replacement, and 18-point maintenance checks. The position is located at 446 E Broadway Blvd, Jefferson City, TN 37760. The role offers hands-on training and support, with the potential to become a Service Center Manager within 18–24 months. Team members need a positive attitude, attention to detail, willingness to learn, and a customer-focused approach. Weekend availability is likely; late-night hours and holidays are not worked. The work takes place in a non-climate-controlled environment and requires 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.

Requirements

  • Schedule flexibility; weekend availability is likely.
  • Eagerness to learn, a friendly attitude, and 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 eight 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

  • $14.50 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 Wilmington University (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, 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 Valvoline Instant Oil Change automotive services.
  • 401(k) savings plan with a 100% match up to 5%.
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