Lube Technician

Take Five Oil Change; Wheeling Township (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Signing bonus

Training & development

401(k)

Competitive salary

Job summary

Take Five Oil Change in Wheeling Township, IL is hiring a Lube Technician earning $16.50 to $20.00 per hour starting salary and a $300 signing bonus. You will learn to change oil, replace wiper blades, check tires, and perform light maintenance in a stay-in-your-car oil change environment.

No prior experience required; training provided. The role emphasizes a friendly, customer-focused approach, reliability, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive or retail environments is a plus.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Drain motor oil and replace the oil filter.
• Grease chassis fittings and replace wiper blades/air filters.
• Check and top off fluids and adjust tire pressure.
• Assist customers in selecting oil type and services.
• Process payments for services performed.
• Maintain clean work area and stock on the floor.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms


• Opportunity for advancement


• Paid time off


• Parental leave


• Signing bonus


• Training & development


• 401(k)


• Competitive salary

Lube Technician Position Overview - $16.50 - $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