Entry-Level Lube & Tire Technician – Hands-On Auto Career

Plaza Tire Service; University City (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career growth

Job summary

Plaza Tire Service is seeking a Lube and Tire Technician in a hands-on shop environment. This entry-level role covers tire services, oil changes, basic maintenance, and completing Digital Vehicle Inspections while learning from experienced technicians and store leaders.

The position offers paid training, competitive hourly pay, and benefits. A clear path exists for growth toward higher technician roles within the Sun Auto Tire & Service family.

Qualifications

• Reliable, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, willing to learn and build foundational shop skills.
• Strong interest or desire to work in the automotive repair industry.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn basic automotive maintenance and repair processes.
• Ability to follow written procedures, safety standards, and store processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with technicians, service advisors, and store leaders.
• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Perform tire services, including mounting, dismounting, balancing, and rotations.
• Perform oil changes and basic maintenance, including fluids, wipers, bulbs, batteries, and air and cabin filters.
• Complete Digital Vehicle Inspections and repair order documentation accurately and thoroughly.
• Identify safety-related issues and communicate findings through the proper store channels.
• Conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections, where applicable, in an ethical manner and in line with all company and state guidelines under appropriate supervision.
• Keep customer vehicles, the shop, service area, showroom, restrooms, and outside areas clean and customer-ready.
• Transport customers and pick up parts, tires, and supplies using company or customer vehicles as directed.
• Follow all safety procedures, use required PPE, comply with environmental and hazardous waste requirements, and report hazards or unsafe equipment to your supervisor.
• Work collaboratively with technicians and service advisors, accept coaching, and participate in ongoing training and development.
• Work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed, and complete other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to Sun Auto's core values and all company policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Skills

Automotive repair interest

Mechanical aptitude

Follow procedures

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Flexible schedule

18+ years old

Job description

Plaza Tire Service is seeking a Lube and Tire Technician in a hands-on shop environment. This entry-level role covers tire services, oil changes, basic maintenance, and completing Digital Vehicle Inspections while learning from experienced technicians and store leaders.

The position offers paid training, competitive hourly pay, and benefits. A clear path exists for growth toward higher technician roles within the Sun Auto Tire & Service family.