Express Technician

Gresham Toyota; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Toyota manufacturer training

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and supplemental"

Paid time off and paid holidays

Employee vehicle purchase and service"

Job summary

Gresham Toyota in Gresham, OR is seeking an entry-level Lube Tech for its express lane. You will support two-technician-per-bay flow, perform oil changes, tire rotations, fluid checks, and assist in inspections under Toyota procedures.

We offer hands-on mentorship, paid manufacturer training, and benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and employee vehicle discounts. A valid driver's license and dependable attendance are required.

Qualifications

• Prior express service or automotive maintenance experience preferred
• Valid drivers license with a clean driving record
• Reliable and punctual; two-technician-per-bay model depends on consistent staffing
• Detail-oriented; proper torque procedures and accurate inspections
• Team-first attitude and ability to work with experienced technicians
• Willingness to complete Toyota manufacturer training and follow safety policies

Responsibilities

• Work in a two-technician-per-bay express environment supporting flat-rate technicians
• Perform oil and filter changes, tire rotations, fluid checks and top-offs, tire pressure adjustments and basic maintenance
• Complete multi-point inspections and communicate findings to service advisors
• Follow Toyota maintenance procedures, dealership processes and safety standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Communicate effectively with technicians, service advisors, and shop leadership

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Dependability

Teamwork

Punctuality

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Gresham, OR | Toyota | Express lane | Lube tech | Oil change | Multi-point inspection | Entry level | Automotive training welcome | Portland metro | East Portland | Veterans encouraged to apply | $19 - $21/hr

IS THIS YOU?

You're mechanically inclined, dependable, and take pride in doing the job correctly -- the express lane runs on consistency and the technician who shows up, works clean, and holds their quality standard is the one who advances

You want to build a technician career and you understand that the express lane is where that foundation gets built -- working alongside experienced flat-rate technicians every day in a structured, team-based environment

WHO WE ARE

Gresham Toyota is part of Swickard Auto Group, a hospitality company in the retail automotive space built on one idea -- be the favorite of our guests, our employees, and our manufacturing partners. We operate 40+ dealerships across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii, and whether you're in Gresham or Anchorage, the standard is the same. Do right by people, every time.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Work in a two-technician-per-bay express environment -- supporting flat-rate technicians to maintain efficient vehicle throughput and consistent service quality
• Perform oil and filter changes, tire rotations, fluid checks and top-offs, tire pressure adjustments, and basic scheduled maintenance services
• Complete thorough multi-point inspections -- identifying maintenance needs and potential safety concerns and communicating findings accurately to service advisors
• Follow Toyota maintenance procedures, dealership processes, and safety standards on every vehicle
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift
• Communicate effectively with fellow technicians, service advisors, and shop leadership to keep the lane moving

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Prior express service or automotive maintenance experience preferred -- candidates with mechanical aptitude, dependability, and a genuine interest in building a technician career are encouraged to apply
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record -- required
• Basic automotive mechanical knowledge and familiarity with common hand tools
• Reliable and punctual -- the two-technician-per-bay model depends on consistent staffing and dependable attendance
• Detail-oriented -- proper torque procedures, accurate fluid levels, and complete inspection documentation are non-negotiable
• Team-first attitude -- you work alongside experienced flat-rate technicians and the shop runs better when everyone pulls in the same direction
• Willingness to complete Toyota manufacturer training and follow dealership safety policies

WHAT WE OFFER

• $19 - $21/hr
• Paid Toyota manufacturer training -- certifications are supported and advancement is tied to them
• Hands-on mentorship working directly alongside experienced flat-rate technicians every day
• Clear progression path -- express technicians who perform move into flat-rate production and more advanced technician roles
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts

WHY GRESHAM TOYOTA

• A structured express lane with a two-technician-per-bay model means you're learning alongside experienced technicians every shift -- not working in isolation
• Gresham Toyota's high-volume east Portland traffic means consistent work in the express lane and real opportunities to build speed, accuracy, and technical confidence quickly
• Toyota's manufacturer training program gives express technicians a clear certification pathway -- the technician who earns their certifications here has a defined road to flat-rate production
• Swickard is one of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the country -- ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry
• Our HEART values -- Honor, Engage, Anticipate, Respond, Thank -- define the standard we hold in the shop just as much as the showroom

If you're dependable, mechanically inclined, and ready to build a technician career in a structured, team-based express environment at a high-volume east Portland Toyota store -- apply.