Lube Service Technician

John Jones Auto Group; Salem (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

John Jones Auto Group is seeking a Lube Service Technician to perform oil changes, fluid checks, and routine maintenance. You will inspect belts, filters, and air levels, and work with diagnostic equipment to diagnose issues.

Ideal candidates have dealership exposure, strong automotive knowledge, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced shop. This is a full-time, on-site role with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous dealership experience is a plus.
• Ability to quickly identify the problem.
• Knowledge of automobiles and systems.
• Effective analytical and communication skills.
• Good reading, computer, and math skills.
• Willingness to learn new technology and procedures.
• Comfort with electronic diagnostic equipment.
• High school diploma or GED; technical degree preferred; ASE certs helpful.
• Minimum of 1 year in service department; physical stamina to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Test and verify systems and components are secure and functioning.
• Isolate issues that may have caused problems.
• Drive the vehicle for testing purposes.
• Maintain diagnostic accuracy and repair quality.
• Repair or replace worn parts before failure.
• Use power tools and diagnostic equipment to perform tasks.

Skills

Dealership experience

Diagnostic ability

Automotive knowledge

Analytical communication

Math and computer skills

Continuous learning

Physical stamina

Friendly attitude

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree

ASE certifications

Tools

Electronic diagnostic equipment

Power tools

Machine tools

Job description

At John Jones Auto Group, we’re more than just a place to work - we’re a family. Our dealership is built on values like integrity, innovation, and customer satisfaction. We’re proud to support the career growth of our team members and provide ongoing training, competitive pay, and benefits that reflect our commitment to our staff’s well-being. Whether you’re looking to advance your automotive career or start fresh, we invite you to be part of our journey.

Job Description

This role will mainly be focused on fluid checks and basic maintenance. Typically, a Lube Service Technician will change a vehicle's oil, check the transmission fluid and other fluid levels, inspect various belts and filters, and check air levels and gauges.

Responsibilities

• Test to check whether systems and components are secure and working properly


• Isolate the systems or components that might have caused the problem


• Drive the vehicle for testing purposes


• Maintain efficiency and accuracy in diagnosing as well as repairing vehicles


• Repair or replace worn parts ahead of the vehicle’s breakdown or damage


• Use power tools, machine tools, and common hand tools to perform various tasks

Requirements

• Previous experience at a dealership is a plus


• Ability to identify the problem quickly


• Knowledge of automobiles


• Effective analytical and communication skills


• Strong reading, computer, and mathematics skills


• Ability to learn new technology and repair and service procedures and specifications


• Comfortable operating electronic diagnostic equipment


• High school diploma or GED


• Technical degree preferred


• ASE certifications preferred


• Minimum of 1 year in service department


• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work on your feet for extended periods of time


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment


• Basic computer skills


• Positive, friendly attitude

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid time off and holidays


• 401(k) with company match


• Professional development opportunities

John Jones Auto Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.