Lube Technician

Take Five Oil Change; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Signing bonus

Training & development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Take 5 Oil Change in Waukegan, IL is hiring a Lube Technician to perform oil changes and light maintenance in a fast-paced car-care environment. Training is provided and advancement opportunities exist within the Take 5 family.

The role emphasizes a stay-in-your-car hassle-free oil change experience; you will help customers choose oil types, perform basic maintenance, and ensure quality service across shifts. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varying weather.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn oil types and service offerings.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; perform physical tasks.
• Reliable transportation to shift locations.

Responsibilities

• Drain motor oil and replace the oil filter.
• Grease chassis fittings and adjust tire pressure.
• Inspect and top off fluids.
• Assist customers in selecting oil type and services.
• Process payment for services performed.
• Perform coolant exchanges and fill services.
• Restock and maintain inventory on the shop floor.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Oil change equipment

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Signing bonus
• Training & development
• Competitive salary

Lube Technician Position Overview - $16.75 - $20.00 Per Hour Starting Salary - $300 Employee Signing Bonus - Paid Bi-Weekly Bonus

The Take 5 Family is hiring customer service maniacs!

People person?

Outgoing and positive attitude? We will train you how to change oil, replace wiper blades/air filters, fill the air in tires, and other light maintenance services. Our employees are successful with all backgrounds and experience levels. Take 5 offers a stay-in-your-car hassle-free oil change experience. The job is similar to restaurants or retail environments.

What Employees Love about Take 5

• The Pit Tech to President career path; Take 5 is committed to supporting your career goals. Over 90% of Shop Managers started as Lube Techs.
• The family environment
• Employee contests
• Easy to transfer to locations across the area
• Opportunity to meet new people every day
• Community involvement
• Learning new skills

What does a Lube Technician do?

• Drain motor oil, change the oil filter, grease chassis fittings
• Wash windshield and adjust tire pressure
• Inspect and top off fluids
• Assist the customer in selecting oil type and other services
• Process payment for services performed.
• Perform coolant exchanges and fill services
• Restock and maintain inventory levels on the floor

Good to Know Before You Start!

• It might feel like you are studying for a test at the beginning. It’s important that all employees gain a strong knowledge of our oils and services.
• Must maneuver in and out of a shallow 3’ deep pit used to position yourself safely under cars
• You will walk, stand, bend, stoop, twist, etc. for extended periods of time and perform activities involving holding, grasping, pulling, and turning
• You may need to work in hot/cold weather conditions
• Always be alert and aware of your surroundings
• Must be able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds
• Need to have reliable transportation