General Service Technician

Big Brand Tire & Service; Grayslake (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Commission & overtime

Paid vacation

Insurance package

401(k) with match

ASE reimbursement

Career growth

Job summary

Waukegan Tire is seeking a General Service Technician to join our results-driven team in the Grayslake area. You will mount, balance, rotate tires and perform maintenance, brakes, suspensions, and inspections to deliver fast, accurate service.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of automotive experience, a valid driver’s license, and a strong work ethic. We offer hourly pay with commission/overtime, paid vacation, comprehensive benefits, a 401(k) with match, ASE reimbursement, and clear

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional automotive service experience (tires, oil, brakes, suspension)
• Hands-on ability with preventative maintenance and light mechanical work
• Valid driver’s license with clean record and ability to lift 70 lbs
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail
• Motivated to grow and thrive in a busy shop
• Flexible schedule with weekend availability to support peak 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 work
• Handle suspension repairs (struts, shocks, arms)
• Perform alignments and steering system repairs
• Replace under-hood components (water pumps, alternators, radiators)
• Stock inventory and maintain shop cleanliness and safety

Skills

Automotive service experience

Hands-on maintenance

Valid driver’s license

Attention to detail

Team player

Weekend availability

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

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.

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.