Lube and Tire Technician

Sun Auto Tire & Service; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Bi-Weekly Pay

Tuition Reimbursement, up to $3,000

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

6 Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance (Company paid)

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with  #

Discounted Services on Personal and Im

Opportunity for Advancement!

Job summary

Plaza Tire Service in Illinois is hiring a Lube and Tire Technician. The company, established in 1963, operates 75 locations across Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky and NW Arkansas.

You will safely transport customers, perform tire mounting/dismounting, balance, rotations, oil changes and basic services under supervision, while maintaining shop cleanliness. The role requires a valid driver’s license, being at least 18, and availability to work five days including Saturdays.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Transports customers to and from their residence or business in the company vehicle.
• Picks up parts, tires, and supplies from vendors or the office using the company vehicle.
• Operates company vehicle safely and obeys traffic laws.
• Conducts State Safety and Emission Inspections following all guidelines.
• Performs tire mounting/dismounting, wheel balance, and tire rotation.
• Performs oil changes and basic services as directed by the Shop Foreman or Store Manager.
• Notes vehicle condition and documents it in the Repair Order or Multi-point Inspection.
• Maintains cleanliness of the shop and service areas.
• Follows safety procedures and reports concerns to management.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Age 18+

Saturday work availability

General automotive knowledge

Job description

Join the winning team at Plaza Tire Service! In business since 1963, Plaza Tire Service has 75 locations across Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, and NW Arkansas. We are a growing business and a leader in our industry. Plaza Tire Service is big enough for you to make a career and small enough to care that you do.

COMPENSATION:

Pay ranges from $15- $18 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.

The Lube and Tire Technician must be able to meet the following physical requirements:

• 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.