Lube and Tire Technician

Sun Auto Tire & Service; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-Weekly pay

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation and sick time

6 paid holidays

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance (Company paid)

401(k) retirement savings with company

Match

Discounted services on personal and IM

mediate family vehicles

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Sun Auto Tire & Service is hiring a Lube and Tire Technician in Missouri to safely operate company vehicles, perform tire mounting, balancing, and oil changes, and support routine shop duties. The role requires basic automotive knowledge and a valid driver’s license, with weekend availability.

The environment emphasizes safety, customer care, and efficient service delivery. Join a team that values reliability and hands-on skills, offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be at least 18 years old and able to work five days including Saturdays.
• General understanding of automotive mechanics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports customers to and from their residence or business using company vehicle.
• Pick up parts, tires, and supplies from vendors or the corporate office using the company vehicle.
• Operate company vehicle safely and in accordance with traffic laws.
• Perform state safety and emissions inspections following guidelines.
• Mount/dismount tires, balance wheels, and rotate tires.
• Perform oil changes and basic services as directed by supervisor.
• Maintain shop cleanliness and safety compliance.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Ability to work weekends

Basic automotive knowledge

Job description

Powered by The Sun Auto Network, Plaza Tire Service delivers trusted tire and automotive service backed by nearly 100 years of automotive excellence. With certified technicians and over 500 locations nationwide, we provide expert care through Clarity, Confidence, and Customer Care. Proudly servicing the Midwest since 1963, we offer a complete range of auto services and repair solutions.

COMPENSATION: $16-$19 per hour depending on experience

Benefits:

• Competitive Bi-Weekly Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement, up to $3,000 annually
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance (Company paid)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Discounted Services on Personal and Immediate Family Vehicles
• Opportunity for Advancement!

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safely transports customers to and from their place of residence or business using the company vehicle.
• Picks up parts, supplies, tires, etc. from vendors and/or the corporate office using the company vehicle.
• Operates company vehicle in a safe and courteous manner obeying all traffic laws.
• Conducts State Safety and Emission Inspections on vehicles in an ethical manner following all company and state guidelines.
• Performs tire mounting/dismounting, wheel balance and tire rotation.
• Performs oil changes and other basic services at the direction of the Shop Foreman or Store Manager.
• While performing basic services, observes general vehicle condition and points out any obvious needed repairs or safety concerns to the Shop Foreman or Store Manager. Utilizes the company's Multi-point Inspection and/or Repair Order to properly document the vehicle condition.
• Maintains cleanliness of the shop to include the service area, tire racks, showroom and outside the building to maintain a clean and inviting appearance.
• Follows all safety procedures and reports any concerns to the Shop Foreman or Store Manager.

Qualifications

• Possess valid driver's license
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to work a minimum of five days, including Saturday's
• A general understanding of automotive mechanics preferred

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

The Lube and Tire Technician will be exposed to moderate to loud noises, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. The temperature in the work environment varies and could include extreme heat and/or extreme cold depending on the ambient temperatures outside. The use of safety goggles or other PPE may be required when working in these conditions.

• Stand up to eight hours per day in the shop and able to walk to gain access to various areas of the building
• Bend, stoop, kneel and crouch regularly throughout the day; must have full range of motion with arms and hands and be able to feel, handle or finger objects frequently
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly, lift and/or move up to 70 pounds frequently.
• Communicate with customers and shop personnel
• Vision sufficient to detect color, depth, and re-focus

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sun Auto Tire & Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.