Entry-level Lube Tech/Technician

Valvoline Inc•Virginia Beach, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Valvoline Instant Oil Change is hiring an entry-level Lube Technician to provide customer service and perform preventative maintenance services that help keep guests safe on the road. No previous automotive experience is required; the company provides hands-on training through its award-winning training program. The role is located at 2890 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, Virginia. Training covers oil changes, checking and refilling fluids, tire rotations, testing and replacing batteries, inspecting and replacing lights and wipers, performing an 18-point maintenance check, and other preventive maintenance services. The company describes a friendly, collaborative team environment and offers a pathway with the potential to become a Service Center Manager within 18–24 months. The role requires schedule flexibility, including likely weekend availability, but does not include late-night hours or holidays. Work takes place in a non-climate-controlled environment and includes 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

Bring a positive attitude, attention to detail, and a passion for learning.
Have schedule flexibility; weekend availability is likely.
Have an eagerness to learn, a friendly attitude, and a desire to be part of a customer-focused team.
Be able to review, read, and understand written and digital training materials, safety procedures, labels, and operational instructions.
Be fluent in English in reading, writing, and speaking.
Be able to stand for up to 8 hours, climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Be able to crouch, bend, twist, and work with hands above the head.
Be comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled environment.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to guests.
Perform preventative 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

$17 per hour with weekly pay.
Hands-on training and the 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.
Company-provided uniforms and tools.
50% discount on VIOC automotive services.
401(k) savings plan with a 100% match up to 5%.