Lube Technician - Kearny Mesa Subaru/ Genesis

Sunroad Automotive; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lube Technician to join their team. This role involves inspecting, maintaining, and repairing vehicles, ensuring that all maintenance services are performed to the highest standards. As a Lube Technician, you will be responsible for essential tasks such as oil changes, tire checks, and fluid inspections, all while keeping accurate records of services performed. The company offers a supportive environment where you can learn alongside skilled technicians, enhancing your mechanical skills and knowledge. If you are passionate about automotive care and looking for a rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Short and Long-Term Disability

Company Sponsored Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Employee Assistance Plans (EAP)

Golf Club Discounts

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience with motor vehicles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic maintenance services including oil changes and tire checks.
• Inspect and maintain vehicle lubrication and fluid levels.

Skills

Mechanical Repair Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Ability to Diagnose Mechanical Issues

Ability to Read Work Orders

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Completion of NATEF Program

Tools

Computer Diagnostic Equipment

Job description

Friday, January 24, 2025

Non-Exempt

Job Summary:

In this role, a Lube Technician inspects, maintains, and repairs vehicles. A Lube Technician is responsible for performing basic maintenance services on vehicles, including oil changes, tire changes, and other fluid checks. As with all positions within dealerships, Technicians are expected to uphold the highest ethical standards.

Essential Functions:

• Making sure moving parts of the vehicle are lubricated as needed
• Keeping accurate records of all maintenance services performed
• Injecting grease into units, such as springs, universal joints and steering knuckles, using hand-or compressed air-powered grease gun
• Inspecting fluid level of steering gears, power steering reservoirs, transmission differentials, and rear axle housings and shackles
• Checking air pressure of tires, adding water to the radiator, testing the battery, replacing oil and air filters, inspection and or replacement of cabin filter and wipers
• Draining oil and refilling crankcase with the correct amount of new lubricant
• Working alongside a skilled technician to learn how to perform quality vehicle service maintenance repairs
• Perform brake, tire, and vehicle inspections and complete a Vehicle Inspection Report with accurate information supplied to the customer
• Additional duties may be assigned as needed

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s license and safe driving record; required to have California within 30 days
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
• Ability to perform all essential functions of the job description

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working on motor vehicles
• Possess mechanical aptitude and knowledge of how automobiles work
• Completion of National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF), a certified technical training program in automotive technology at a high school or at a community college, as the best preparation for entry-level positions
• Excellent mechanical repair skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to visually diagnose mechanical issues
• Proficient with computer diagnostic equipment and software
• Ability to read service and repair manuals
• Ability to perform repairs in a timely fashion
• Ability to read work orders

Physical Demands:

• Regularly stands, walks, sits; uses hands; reaches with hands and arms; talks and hears. Occasionally climbs or balances; bends, stretches, stoops, kneels, crouches, squats or crawls to perform repairs and inspections; must be able to lift up to 30 pounds regularly
• Good vision to inspect repair work
• Must be able to work safely in a noisy area with many odors present

Our employees are offered competitive pay, medical, dental and vision plans, health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), paid holidays and vacation, short and long-term disability, company sponsored life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, vehicle purchase, service and parts discounts, employee assistance plans (EAP), Maderas Golf Club discounts, and more!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and maintain a drug free workplace. If you receive an offer of employment, it will be a conditional offer contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.