Tire and Lube Technician
About The Position
Gills Point S is seeking a Tire & Lube Technician to perform tire services, preventative maintenance, and light mechanical repairs while providing excellent customer service. The role involves inspecting, maintaining, and repairing vehicles and helping customers understand their vehicles’ safety and maintenance needs. The technician performs tire mounting, dismounting, balancing, rotation, repair, and TPMS service; conducts oil and filter changes, fluid inspections and exchanges, filter replacements, and comprehensive vehicle inspections; and completes light repairs involving brakes, suspension, steering, wiper blades, batteries, and vehicle lights. The role also includes explaining findings and recommendations, documenting services, assisting with inventory and receiving, and maintaining an organized work environment. 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, with safe operation of shop equipment in a fast-paced environment. TIA certification is not required at hire; training and support are provided to help employees earn certification and advance their careers.
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 attitude and willingness to learn.
- Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, and lift up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to work inside the shop and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Automotive, tire, or mechanical experience is 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 and recommend tire replacement or 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 coolant, brake, transmission, and power steering 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 and replacements involving brakes, suspension and steering components, wiper blades, batteries, headlights, and taillights.
- Recognize dashboard warning indicators and identify potential maintenance concerns.
- Greet customers professionally and understand their service needs.
- Explain inspection findings and maintenance recommendations to customers.
- Maintain accurate service documentation.
- Assist with inventory and receiving and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
- Safely operate shop equipment and follow company safety policies.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Paid time off
- Stable full-time schedule
- Paid technical training
- Career advancement opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life and accident insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Family-oriented culture
- Supportive team environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
