Lube and Tire Technician

Tharp Consulting; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Tharp Consulting is seeking a Lube and Tire Technician for a full-time, entry-level role in our automotive shop. You’ll perform oil changes, tire services, basic inspections, and help maintain a clean, safe work environment.

This position offers hands-on training, opportunities for advancement to Technician roles, weekend shifts, and a collaborative team culture focused on safety and quality repairs.

Qualifications

• Dependable, safety-conscious, mechanically inclined, and eager to learn.
• Interest in automotive repair, ability to follow procedures, and work collaboratively.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass MVR check.
• Must be 18 or older; flexible schedule including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform tire mounting, dismounting, balancing, and rotations.
• Conduct oil changes and basic maintenance like fluid checks, replacing wipers, bulbs, batteries, and filters.
• Complete Digital Vehicle Inspections and document findings thoroughly.
• Identify safety issues, communicate effectively, and conduct inspections per guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness of customer vehicles, shop, and surrounding areas.
• Transport parts and supplies as needed.
• Follow safety procedures, use PPE, and report hazards.
• Collaborate with team members, accept coaching, and participate in ongoing training.
• Work flexibly, including weekends, and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Dependable

Safety-conscious

Mechanically inclined

Eager to learn

Automotive interest

Follow procedures

Teamwork

Valid driver\u2019s license

MVR check

18+

Education

High school diploma

Vocational training

Job description

Role Overview

The Lube and Tire Technician is a full-time entry-level position focused on performing essential vehicle maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire services, and basic inspections. This role supports shop operations by maintaining a clean work environment, conducting safety and emission inspections, and accurately documenting repair orders.

Responsibilities

• Perform tire mounting, dismounting, balancing, and rotations.
• Conduct oil changes and basic maintenance like fluid checks, replacing wipers, bulbs, batteries, and filters.
• Complete Digital Vehicle Inspections and document findings thoroughly.
• Identify safety issues, communicate effectively, and conduct inspections per guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness of customer vehicles, shop, and surrounding areas.
• Transport parts and supplies as needed.
• Follow safety procedures, use PPE, and report hazards.
• Collaborate with team members, accept coaching, and participate in ongoing training.
• Work flexibly, including weekends, and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Dependable, safety-conscious, mechanically inclined, and eager to learn.
• Interest in automotive repair, ability to follow procedures, and work collaboratively.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass MVR check.
• Must be 18 or older; flexible schedule including weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or vocational training, basic mechanical knowledge, previous hands‑on experience, and ability to obtain state inspector license if applicable.

Career Growth

This position builds foundational skills for advancement to roles such as Junior Technician, Automotive Technician, Senior Technician, or field leadership, emphasizing hands‑on maintenance, safety, and shop operations skills.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Automotive shop with exposure to noise, fumes, and varying temperatures. Ability to stand, bend, lift up to 70 pounds, and communicate effectively. Accommodations available for disabilities.