Automotive Service Technician: Tires, Oil & More

Pep Boys Inc; Palatine (IL); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life insurance

Short Term Disability

401(k) with company match

PTO and holiday pay

On-demand pay partner (DailyPay)

Reduced benefits available for part‑t‑

Job summary

Pep Boys Inc. in Palatine, IL is seeking a General Service Technician to perform basic automotive services and tire maintenance while delivering excellent customer service. You will learn diagnostics, oil changes, tire installation, battery checks, and safety practices in a fast-paced shop environment.

We value mechanical aptitude, a valid driver's license, and a willingness to learn. The role requires availability for days, evenings, and weekends, with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Passion for a career as an automotive technician.
• Eager to learn and driven to succeed.
• Minimum age 18 years.
• HS diploma or GED required.
• Availability to work days, nights, holidays and weekends as needed.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair basic automotive systems including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling and electrical.
• Learn and apply new technical information in training sessions to stay current.
• Perform engine oil changes and filter replacements.
• Install and perform tire maintenance and balancing.
• Install batteries and check starting/charging systems.
• Install headlights and other bulbs.
• Repair flat tires and maintain stock.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Passion for technician career

Eager to learn

18+ years old

High School Diploma or GED

Availability for days, nights, and on‑

Pre-employment background check

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Pep Boys Inc. in Palatine, IL is seeking a General Service Technician to perform basic automotive services and tire maintenance while delivering excellent customer service. You will learn diagnostics, oil changes, tire installation, battery checks, and safety practices in a fast-paced shop environment.

We value mechanical aptitude, a valid driver's license, and a willingness to learn. The role requires availability for days, evenings, and weekends, with competitive hourly pay and benefits.