Quick Lube Technician

Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac • Kenosha, WI

1d

About The Position

Looking to build a career with purpose and longevity? A job that guarantees success, growth and development as long as you have the right attitude, motivation and work ethic? If so, Palmen is the perfect place for you! Ask any of our employees! We offer a full-time company-paid training program to help you jumpstart your career into the automotive industry. Through our apprenticeship program, you'll have the benefit of getting on the job training from one of our seasoned technicians ensuring you're learning from the very best. About The Position Reporting to our Service Manager, our Service Technician Apprentice is an integral part of our Service Department responsible for all quick service appointments. In this role, your responsibilities include preparing detailed vehicle service reports, replacing vehicle wiper blades and car batteries, and changing engine oil as well as transmission and brake fluid as needed. You should also be able to keep vehicle interiors clean while performing maintenance and servicing tasks. To be successful as an apprentice, you should have strong mechanical skills and adhere to all safety procedures and practices. Ultimately, an outstanding lube technician should be able to communicate effectively with customers and demonstrate excellent time management skills.

Requirements

• Understanding of automobiles and speedy diagnostic abilities
• Effective analytical and communication skills and eagerness to improve
• Ability to learn new technology, repair and service procedures
• Ability to operate electronic diagnostic equipment
• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• One year in a service department
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Nice To Haves

• ASE Certification/Technical degree (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Test and check systems and components are secure and working properly.
• Isolate the systems or components that might have caused the problem.
• Drive the vehicle for testing purposes and inspect and refill fluid levels as necessary.
• Ensure tire pressure for proper inflation, clean and lubricate fittings as needed.
• Install a new oil drain plug and new oil filter and communicate oil levels to teammates.
• Maintain efficiency and accuracy in diagnosing as well as repairing vehicles.
• Repair or replace worn parts ahead of the vehicle’s breakdown or damage.
• Use power tools, machine tools, and common hand tools to perform various tasks.

Benefits

• Automotive Industry-leading compensation, competitive wages, optional bonus plans
• Paid training hours
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long Term Disability, and other insurance options (Full Time Only)
• 401k with company match (Full Time Only)
• Paid time off (Full Time Only)
• Discounts on vehicle purchases and parts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED