Kia Lube Technician

ADP, Inc.; Tullahoma (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Barnett Kia in Tullahoma, TN is hiring a full-time lube technician to perform oil changes, tire rotation, coolant flushes and other light maintenance as part of entry-level service.

No prior experience required; a high school diploma or GED is preferred, with possible on-the-job training. You will follow dealership standards and maintain accurate service records.

Qualifications

• No prior experience or training required.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs light maintenance tasks including lube, oil and filter changes.
• Balances and rotates tires and flushes cooling systems.
• Inspects vehicle fluids and replenishes as necessary.
• Checks tire pressure and adds air when needed.
• Communicates with parts/service team to obtain parts and schedule work.
• Documents work performed on repair orders and notifies advisor if additional work is needed.
• Road tests vehicles and participates in training programs.

Education

High school diploma or GED

1-3 months related experience

Job description

Job Title: Lube Technician

Russell Barnett Kia is looking to hire a full time lube technician!

Summary

Requires the ability to perform light maintenance and repairs which include lube, oil, and filter changes, balancing and rotation of tires and flushing cooling systems and is an entry-level position.

• Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Sells lubrication, safety inspection and other related services. Maintains related records on regular customers, following up periodically with telephone, mail or personal reminders.
• Inspects vehicle fluid levels, replenishes as necessary.
• Checks tire pressure and adds air if needed.
• Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Saves and tags parts of the job if under warranty or if requested by the customer.
• Examines assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended.
• Communicates with service advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order.
• Road tests vehicles.
• Participates in manufacturer-sponsored training programs, schools, and events.
• Keeps abreast of manufacturer technical bulletins.
• Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor.
• Ensures that customers' cars are kept clean. Notifies service advisor immediately of anything that has happened to change the appearance or condition of the vehicle.
• Keeps shop area neat and clean.
• Maintains and is accountable for all dealership-owned tools and manuals. Returns them to the proper place and in the same condition as when they were received.
• Understands, keeps abreast of and complies with federal, state and local regulations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know etc.
• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Reports any safety issues immediately to management.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• No prior experience or training.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Driver's License

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.