Tire & Lube Technician
About The Position
Gills Point S is hiring a Tire & Lube Technician to perform tire services, preventative maintenance, and light mechanical repairs while providing excellent customer service. The technician inspects, maintains, and repairs vehicles, helping ensure customers can drive safely and confidently. The role also includes explaining inspection findings and maintenance recommendations, documenting service accurately, assisting with inventory and receiving, and keeping the work area clean and organized. The position involves frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 75 pounds. Work takes place inside the shop and outdoors in varying weather conditions, with shop equipment operated safely and company safety policies followed. TIA certification is not required at hire; training and support are provided to help the technician earn certification and advance their career.
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, positive attitude, and willingness to learn.
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, and recommend 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 and inspect or top off vehicle fluids, including coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid, and power steering fluid.
- 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.
- Follow company safety policies while safely operating shop equipment.
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
