Automotive General Service Technician/ Lube Tech

Sun Auto Tire & Service; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-Weekly pay

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Sick time and holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Telemedicine program

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Hogan & Sons Tire and Auto is seeking a General Service Technician in Sterling, VA. The role involves non-technical automotive service repairs such as oil changes, tire mounting, and related duties including customer transport and parts pickup.

You will help maintain a clean shop and document vehicle conditions using the shop's inspection process. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and basic mechanical understanding.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid, clean driver's license or able to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
• General understanding of under the hood, mechanical and under carriage assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Mounting/dismounting tires, balancing wheels, and rotation.
• Oil changes and basic services as directed by management.
• Observe vehicle condition and document needed repairs or safety concerns.
• Maintain shop cleanliness and organize service areas.
• Safely transport customers or parts with company vehicle.
• Picks up parts and tires from vendors or office using company vehicle.
• Operate company vehicle safely and obey traffic laws.
• Conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections per guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures and report concerns.

Skills

Basic automotive knowledge

Ability to work weekends

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hogan & Sons Tire and Auto - We are a multi-generational family business that provides a full-service solution for all of your automotive and repair needs. These can range from tire replacement and inspections to maintenance packages.

The General Service Technician is responsible for conducting non-technical automotive service repairs such as oil changes, tire and wheel related services as well as driving customers, picking up parts, and maintaining the cleanliness of the shop as needed.

Compensation

$18-$25 + Commissions

Benefits

• Competitive Bi-Weekly Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement, up to $3,000 annually
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health/Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine Program
• Supplemental Critical Illness, Hospital and Accident Plans
• Life Insurance (Company paid)
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Discounted Services on Personal and Immediate Family Vehicles
• Opportunity for Advancement!!!

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs tire mounting/dismounting, wheel balance and tire rotation.
• Performs oil changes and other basic services at the direction of the Shop Manager or Store Manager.
• While performing basic services, observes general vehicle condition and points out any obvious needed repairs or safety concerns to the Shop Manager or Store Manager. Utilizes the company's Multi-point Inspection and/or Repair Order to properly document the vehicle condition.
• Maintains cleanliness of the shop to include the service area, tire racks, showroom and outside the building to maintain a clean and inviting appearance.
• Safely transports customers to and from their place of residence or business using the company vehicle.
• Picks up parts, supplies, tires, etc. from vendors and/or the corporate office using the company vehicle.
• Operates company vehicle in a safe and courteous manner obeying all traffic laws.
• Conducts State Safety and Emission Inspections on vehicles in an ethical manner following all company and state guidelines.
• Follows all safety procedures and reports any concerns to the Shop Manager or Store Manager.

The General Service Technician should also adhere to all company policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A valid, clean driver's license, or obtain a valid drivers license within 30 days of hire date
• Possesses a general understanding of under the hood, mechanical and under carriage assemblies
• Ability to work a minimum of five days per week, including weekends

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

The General Service Technician will be exposed to moderate to loud noises, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. The temperature in the work environment varies and could include extreme heat and/or extreme cold depending on the ambient temperatures outside.

The General Service Technician must be able to meet the following physical requirements:

• Stand up to eight hours per day in the shop and able to walk to gain access to various areas of the building
• Bend, stoop, kneel and crouch regularly throughout the day; must have full range of motion with arms and hands and be able to feel, handle or finger objects frequently
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Hear and speak
• Vision sufficient to detect color, depth, and re-focus

Sun Auto Tire & Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.