General Service Technician

Big Brand Tire & Service; Grayslake (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life and supplemental insurances

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts and referral бонус

ASE reimbursement

Career growth into leadership roles

Job summary

Big Brand Tire & Service is seeking a General Service Technician to perform tire mounting/balancing, oil changes, and routine maintenance in a fast-paced shop. You will diagnose and repair components, assist with brakes and suspensions, and participate in safety procedures while delivering high-quality customer care.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in automotive service, strong attention to detail, and a valid driver's license. Evening and weekend availability helps the team during peak hours.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional automotive service experience in tires, oil, brakes, or suspension.
• Hands-on ability with preventive maintenance and light mechanical work.
• Valid driver’s license, clean record, ability to lift 70 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Mount, dismount, balance, and rotate tires.
• Repair flats and perform oil changes, replace filters.
• Perform courtesy inspections and document findings.
• Test and install batteries and diagnose brake jobs.
• 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

Tire mounting

Tire balancing

Oil changes

Brake service

Suspension work

Diagnostics

Team collaboration

Customer service

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.

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

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