General Service Technician - Tire/Lube Tech

Lemont Auto; Lemont, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay plans

Full benefits: health, PTO, 401(k)

Job summary

Pepper’s Lemont Auto Care in Lemont, IL is seeking an Automotive General Service Technician to perform essential maintenance tasks and support shop operations. Responsibilities include tire installation, oil changes, fluid services, and basic inspections, with a focus on precision and safety.

The role values teamwork, reliability, and willingness to learn, with opportunities for career development and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of automotive systems.
• Experience with PC-based diagnostic tools is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Mount, balance, and install tires with precision and care.
• Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes, fluid flushes and replacements, belt and hose changes, battery testing/installation.
• Conduct thorough visual inspections and document findings.
• Maintain shop equipment cleanliness and service portable fluid drains.
• Expand automotive knowledge and skills for career development.
• Perform additional duties to support shop operations.

Skills

Basic automotive knowledge

Driver's license

Team player / effective communication

Tools

PC-based diagnostic tools

Job description

Location: Lemont, IL

Job Id:102

# of Openings:1

Overview:

As an Automotive General Service Technician, you'll be responsible for performing vital maintenance services that help keep our customers safe on the road. Whether it's installing and rotating tires, changing oil, or handling fluid services, you’ll demonstrate precision and efficiency while laying the groundwork for a fulfilling career in the automotive industry.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Mount, balance, and install tires with precision and care.
• Perform routine maintenance services such as oil changes, fluid flushes and replacements, belt and hose replacements, battery testing and installation, and general automotive repairs.
• Conduct thorough visual inspections of vehicles and accurately document any findings.
• Maintain cleanliness and functionality of shop equipment, including servicing portable fluid drains according to shop protocols.
• Actively expands automotive knowledge and technical skills to support long-term career development.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support shop operations and team success.

What You’ll Bring with You:

• Basic understanding of automotive systems; experience with PC-based diagnostic tools and/or digital inspections are a plus.
• Previous experience in automotive maintenance or repair is preferred, but not required.
• Valid driver’s license is strongly preferred.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work well within a team environment.
• Must be able to lift and move work-related items up to 50 pounds, and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to push, pull, bend at the knees and waist, twist body at the waist, raise and hold arms overhead, turn head-neck-shoulders as needed, grasp and hold tools and other items with hands.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

What You’ll Get in Return:

• You’ll be on the fast track to the future you’ve dreamed about. We are serious about your career growth and provide the support needed to get you where you want to go.
• We work in a fast-paced, family environment.
• Competitive pay plans
• Full suite of benefits including health, paid time off, 401(k) with match, and much more.

About Us:

With more than 30 years of experience and unmatched rates our pepper’s team provides exceptional vehicle care including tire alignments, oil changes, brake repairs, a/c recharges, and more. Count on Pepper’s Lemont Auto Care for top-tier service for all your automotive needs.