Lube Technician

Transwest, Inc.; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Transwest, Inc. in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Lube Technician to perform fluid checks and basic maintenance to keep trucks on the road. The role requires a valid driver’s license, a full tool set, and strong attention to detail.

The ideal candidate will diagnose issues, document repairs, and communicate with the shop team. This is a full-time, on-site position with competitive hourly wages and benefits for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing passenger automobiles.
• Must possess a complete set of hand tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to pass background check, physical and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with customers.
• Change vehicle oil.
• Check transmission fluid and other fluid levels.
• Inspect belts, filters, air levels and gauges.
• Rotate tires.
• Write service reports and receipts for work completed.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle malfunctions.
• Road test vehicles as needed for quality assessment.

Skills

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Diesel truck repair knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools & toolbox

Job description

# Lube TechnicianFull-TimeSioux Falls, SDServiceApply Now## DescriptionAs a Lube Tech, your primary responsibility will be fluid checks and basic maintenance to ensure America’s trucks remain on the road!**WE OFFER A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES INCLUDING:*** Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance* Voluntary Wellness Solutions* Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance* 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution* HSA and/or FSA, as applicable* PTO to include paid sick time as applicable by state and federal law and Company Paid Holidays* Employee Car Discount Program**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Greet and interact with customers* Change vehicle oil* Check transmission fluid and other fluid levels* Inspect various belts, filters, air levels, and gauges* Rotate tires* Write service reports and receipts for work completed* Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins* Perform all work with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards* Diagnose and repair vehicle malfunctions* Cross-collaborate with the parts department to obtain necessary parts* Save and tag warranty parts* Regularly communicate with the shop foreman and provide an educated recommendation if a repair order needs to be adjusted* Accurately summarize repairs and technician stories* Record accurate time punches* Road test vehicles as needed for quality assessment* Ensure customer vehicle cleanliness* Maintain neat and orderly work area* Treat dealership owned tools with respect and care* Understand and uphold federal, state and local regulations governing the disposal of hazardous waste* Perform job duties and functions with flexibility in the event of: shift changes, emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technology developments* Additional duties as assigned by the manager**WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:*** Required to perform work inside and outside, considering all-weather conditions, at the branch location* Activities require a full range of motion including handling, lifting, manual dexterity, finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination* Position requires frequent sitting, standing, balancing, bending or stooping for prolonged periods of time* Position requires the occasional ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 80 pounds* Position requires corrected vision and hearing within normal range* Must be able to operate simple, complex and heavy-duty machinery**REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:*** High school diploma or equivalent* Valid Driver's License and MVR in good standing* Experience diagnosing and repairing passenger automobiles* Motivated individual who can work independently* Familiarity with all aspects of gas and diesel truck repair and maintenance including engine repair, transmission repair, drivability and electrical diagnostics, suspension, brake systems, etc* Must possess a complete set of hand tools with rollaway toolbox* Excellent written and verbal communication skills* The ability to display attention to detail* Ability to successfully complete a General Abilities Assessment, pass a post-offer background check, physical and drug screen**JOB DETAILS:*** Type: Hourly* Status: Non-Exempt* Compensation Range: $18.00 - $22.00* Reports To: Service Manager* Shift: 1st* Closing Date: Open til filled.