Tire and Lube Technician

Power Recruitment; Steinbach; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Tire and Lube Technician in Steinbach, Manitoba. The successful candidate will have strong mechanical skills, be physically capable, and adhere to safety practices. Key responsibilities include performing tire rotations, applying lubricants, and inspecting vehicles. A high school diploma and valid driver's license are required, with ASE certification being advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automotive maintenance and repair.
• Valid driver's license.
• Detail-oriented and able to lift heavy objects.
• Ability to work in a crouched or standing position for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Apply lubricants to vehicle engines to prevent wear.
• Replace various filters as required.
• Perform tire rotations to ensure even wear.
• Inspect tire tread levels and make recommendations.
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding their vehicle issues.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Time management

Communication

Manual dexterity

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

ASE certification

Job description

We are currently seeking applicants for a Tire and Lube Technician position to assist our client. We welcome you to submit your application, if you are interested.

To be successful as a lube and tire technician, you should have strong mechanical skills, be able to perform physically demanding tasks, and adhere to all safety procedures and practices. Ultimately, an outstanding lube and tire technician should be able to communicate effectively with service advisors and demonstrate excellent time management skills, work quickly and efficiently, while maintaining high industry standards.

Lube and Tire Technician Responsibilities:

• Applying lubricants to the moving parts of vehicle engines to prevent premature engine wear and ensure optimal engine performance.
• Replacing cabin, fuel, air, and oil filters as required.
• Performing tire rotations to ensure even tire wear.
• Testing tire pressure and adding air as needed.
• Inspecting and assessing tire tread levels, wear patterns, valve quality, and overall health.
• Thoroughly inspecting clients vehicles for oil leaks.
• Making recommendations for additional servicing based on initial vehicle inspections.
• Notifying the Service Advisor when vehicle maintenance or servicing cannot be completed within scheduled timeframes.
• Talking to the client about any issues they are experiencing.
• Recommending appropriate repair treatment or replacement of tires.
• Repairing punctures and replacing faulty valves.
• Installing and Balancing tires.
• Studding tires for snow use.
• Conducting inventory and maintaining equipment.

Lube and Tire Technician Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification is advantageous.
• Proven experience in automotive maintenance and repair.
• Valid driver's license.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Detail-oriented.
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift heavy objects.
• Ability to work in a crouched or standing position for extended periods.