Express Lube & Fluid Service Technician

Southlake Nissan; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Southlake Nissan in Merrillville, IN is seeking a Quick Lube Service Technician to perform oil changes, fluid checks, and basic maintenance. You will inspect belts, filters, air levels, and gauges, and use various hand and power tools to service vehicles.

The role requires ability to identify problems quickly, knowledge of automobiles, and strong analytical and computer skills. Previous service department experience is valued and a technical degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to identify the problem quickly.
• Knowledge of automobiles.
• Effective analytical and communication skills.
• Strong reading, computer, and mathematics skills.
• Ability to learn new technology and repair and service procedures and specifications.
• Comfortable operating electronic diagnostic equipment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Technical degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year in service department.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work on your feet for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Positive, friendly attitude.

Responsibilities

• Test to check whether systems and components are secure and working properly
• Isolate the systems or components that might have caused the problem
• Drive the vehicle for testing purposes
• Maintain efficiency and accuracy in diagnosing as well as repairing vehicles
• Repair or replace worn parts ahead of the vehicle’s breakdown or damage
• Use power tools, machine tools, and common hand tools to perform various tasks

Skills

Problem solving

Automobile knowledge

Analytical & communication skills

Reading, math, and computing

Learn new tech & procedures

Electronic diagnostic equipment

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree preferred

1+ year in service dept

Lifting 50 lbs & standing

Fast-paced environment

Basic computer skills

Positive, friendly attitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree preferred

Job description

Southlake Nissan in Merrillville, IN is seeking a Quick Lube Service Technician to perform oil changes, fluid checks, and basic maintenance. You will inspect belts, filters, air levels, and gauges, and use various hand and power tools to service vehicles.

The role requires ability to identify problems quickly, knowledge of automobiles, and strong analytical and computer skills. Previous service department experience is valued and a technical degree is preferred.