Master Automotive Technician

Gills Point S Tire & Auto•Portland, OR

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About The Position

Gills Point S is hiring a full-time automotive service technician to inspect, maintain, and repair vehicles, with a focus on tire services, preventive maintenance, light mechanical repairs, and customer service. The technician explains inspection findings and maintenance recommendations, maintains accurate service documentation, and helps keep the work environment clean and organized. The company provides training and support to help employees earn TIA certification and advance their careers. The position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 75 pounds. Work is performed inside the shop and outdoors in varying weather conditions, while safely operating shop equipment and following company safety policies. Starting pay is from $33 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Familiarity with tire mounting, balancing, and repair equipment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Ability to lift heavy tires and equipment and work in a fast-paced environment.
Team-oriented with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Ability to perform frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 75 pounds.
Ability to safely operate shop equipment and work inside the shop and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Automotive, tire, or mechanical experience preferred.
Technical or vocational automotive training is a plus.

Responsibilities

Mount, dismount, balance, rotate, and repair passenger and light truck tires.
Inspect tires for wear, damage, and proper inflation; recommend tire replacement and maintenance based on vehicle condition.
Perform TPMS service and work with wheel configurations, bolt patterns, valve stems, and tire specifications.
Perform oil and filter changes; inspect and top off vehicle fluids.
Perform coolant, brake, and transmission fluid exchanges.
Replace air, cabin, and fuel filters.
Complete comprehensive vehicle inspections and communicate findings.
Perform light mechanical repairs or replacements involving brakes, suspension, steering components, wiper blades, batteries, headlights, and taillights.
Recognize dashboard warning indicators and identify potential maintenance concerns.
Greet customers, understand their service needs, and explain inspection findings and maintenance recommendations.
Maintain accurate service documentation.
Assist with inventory and receiving, and maintain a clean, organized work environment.