Entry-Level Lube Technician

Modern Auto Co.; Washington (MO); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

PTO

Uniforms

Competitive pay

Modern tools

Climate controlled shop

Training & growth

Job summary

Modern Auto Company in Washington, MO seeks an entry-level Quick Lube Technician to inspect and lubricate vehicles quickly and thoroughly. You’ll start by assisting in multi-point inspections and communicating needs to service advisors in a fast-paced GM dealership setting.

Ideal candidates read and interpret instructions, possess basic automotive knowledge, and can operate a manual transmission. Prior helper or apprentice experience is a plus; training and growth opportunities are available in

Qualifications

• Must meet dealership's employment requirements.
• Able to read and comprehend written instructions.
• Familiar with automotive repair/maintenance.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to operate manual transmissions.
• Prior experience as a technician's helper or apprentice preferred.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform multipoint inspections
• Communicate additional service/repair needs to service advisors
• Service universal joints, grease fittings, and steering knuckles using hand- or compressed-air powered grease guns
• Inspect fluid levels in steering gears, power steering reservoirs, transmissions, differentials, rear axle housings and shackles
• Check tire pressure
• Lubricate moving parts with specified lubricants
• Drain oil from crankcase and refill with required amount of oil
• Add water to radiator and battery
• Replace oil and air filters
• Inspect all vehicles for additional repairs
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety standards and codes of conduct
• Follow dealership safety procedures to avoid exposure to fumes, dirt and harsh chemicals

Skills

Automotive repair

Manual transmission operation

Reading comprehension

Communication skills

Job description

Quick Lube Technician (Entry Level) - Automotive

Why wait to make a career out of doing what you love? Some of our best master technicians started as quick lube techs. So if working on cars gets your gears moving, contact us today. As a quick lube tech, you'll start by being responsible for inspecting and lubricating vehicles quickly and thoroughly. And with a little hard work and dedication, who knows where you'll be able to go? At our dealership, the door is always open. And so are your options.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform multipoint inspections
• Communicate additional service/repair needs to service advisors
• Service universal joints, grease fittings, and steering knuckles using hand- or compressed-air powered grease guns
• Inspect fluid levels in steering gears, power steering reservoirs, transmissions, differentials, rear axle housings and shackles
• Check tire pressure
• Lubricate moving parts with specified lubricants
• Drain oil from crankcase and refill with required amount of oil
• Add water to radiator and battery
• Replace oil and air filters
• Inspect all vehicles for additional repairs
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety standards and codes of conduct
• Follow dealership safety procedures to avoid exposure to fumes, dirt and harsh chemicals

Compensation

Compensation is based on experience and commensurate with Fortune 500 companies.

Qualifications

• Must meet dealership's requirements for employment
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions and information
• Familiarity with all aspects of automotive repair/maintenance
• Must have a valid driver license and be able to operate manual transmissions
• Prior experience as a technician's helper or apprentice preferred
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Occasional exposure to inclement weather
• Ability to operate an automobile
• Prolonged periods of standing, stooping and bending
• Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• Requires a significant amount of walking and/or standing. May also require working in the seated position for long periods while operating controls with arms and legs. This position may also require working at a production pace while pushing and/or pulling materials from place to place.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Health insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-provided uniforms
• Competitive hourly pay ($18-$22/hr based on experience)
• Consistent workflow in a busy GM dealership
• Modern tools, equipment, and clean shop environment
• Enjoy a comfortable work environment all year! Our shop is fully climate controlled with A/C in the summer and heating in the winter, a rare perk for technicians in our area.
• Ongoing training and career growth opportunities

About us

At Modern Auto Company, located in the heart of Washington, MO, we hold immense pride in being your go-to family-owned dealership since 1919. We pride ourselves on a strong team culture, steady work, and a reputation for taking care of both our employees and customers. Join a dealership where your skills are respected and your work makes a difference.