General Service Technician

bigbrandtire; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Overtime opportunities

Paid vacation

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan with 401(k)

Employee discounts

Job summary

Gateway Tire in Flowood, MS is seeking a General Service Technician to join our results-driven team. You will mount, balance, rotate tires, perform oil changes, diagnose issues, and support daily shop operations with a focus on speed and accuracy.

You'll gain hands-on experience across maintenance tasks, with opportunities for advancement into Mechanic, Service Advisor, or Management roles. We offer competitive pay, overtime, and solid benefits as part of a growing organization.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional automotive service experience (tires, oil, brakes, suspension, alignments)
• Hands‑on ability with both preventative maintenance and light mechanical work
• Valid driver’s license, clean record, and ability to lift 70 lbs
• Problem-solver with strong attention to detail
• Motivated to grow and thrive in a fast-paced shop
• Flexible schedule with weekend availability, ready to support the team during peak business hours

Responsibilities

• Mount, dismount, balance, and rotate tires
• Repair flats, perform oil changes, replace filters
• Perform courtesy inspections and document findings
• Test and install batteries
• Diagnose and perform brake jobs (disc/drum, lathe work)
• Handle suspension repairs (struts, shocks, control arms)
• Perform alignments and steering system repairs
• Replace under-hood components (water pumps, alternators, radiators)
• Stock inventory and maintain shop cleanliness and safety standards
• Work as a team to deliver fast, accurate, elite service

Skills

Automotive service experience

Hands-on mechanical ability

Valid driver\'s license

Detail-oriented

Team player

Job description

General Service Technician

We're a results-focused, performance-driven team that knows how to deliver. Every role here plays a key part in shaping an exceptional experience for our customers and for each other.

We offer the kind of benefits you'd expect from a larger organization — plus a few that give us an edge over the competition. And the best part? You'll be joining a genuinely solid team that sets the standard for speed, accuracy, and service.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate + commission and overtime opportunities
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurances
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee discounts, referral bonuses and ASE reimbursement
• Genuine career growth — with progression into Mechanic, Service Advisor, or Management positions, evidenced by hundreds of team member promotions

General Service Technician:

• Mount, dismount, balance, and rotate tires
• Repair flats, perform oil changes, replace filters
• Perform courtesy inspections and document findings
• Test and install batteries Diagnose and perform brake jobs (disc/drum, lathe work)
• Handle suspension repairs (struts, shocks, control arms)
• Perform alignments and steering system repairs
• Replace under-hood components (water pumps, alternators, radiators)
• Stock inventory and maintain shop cleanliness and safety standards
• Work as a team to deliver fast, accurate, elite service

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 1–3 years of professional automotive service experience (tires, oil, brakes, suspension, alignments)
• Hands‑on ability with both preventative maintenance and light mechanical work
• Valid driver’s license, clean record, and ability to lift 70 lbs
• Problem‑solver with strong attention to detail
• Motivated to grow and thrive in a fast‑paced shop
• Flexible schedule with weekend availability, ready to support the team during peak business hours

Gateway Tire is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace.