Mid Level Automotive Technician - Rockford, IL

Goodyear; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k)

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation

Discount on tires

Job summary

Goodyear Just Tires in Rockford is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to gain hands-on experience diagnosing issues, performing line service, and delivering outstanding guest care. You’ll work on brakes, alignments, routine maintenance, and tire installation in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and a willingness to learn, with training provided and opportunities for career advancement within the tire and auto service leader.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year automotive experience including brake repairs, fluid flushes, and preventive maintenance.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work flexible retail hours.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced auto service environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform line technician services, routine inspections/maintenance, system diagnostics, and problem-solving.
• Brake repairs, fluid exchanges/flushes, preventative maintenance, wheel alignments, and tire installation.
• Provide guest service with clear communication; document all work; maintain safety and teamwork.

Skills

Automotive experience

Brake repairs

Fluid flushes

Preventative maintenance

Diagnostic skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ASE Certification

Job description

**Let's Connect APPLY TODAY To Schedule Your On Site Interview!****Shift: Must be able to work retail hours including some holidays and weekends****The pay range for this position is $18 - $22/hr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on factors such-as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. Selected candidates may be eligible for a number of benefits, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability, tuition assistance, sick and vacation time, as well as tire discounts.**Just Tires is an automotive service provider that has a high focus on customer experience and satisfaction. We offer a fun, fast paced work environment, with competitive base pay. Our comprehensive benefit package includes medical plans, 401(k), certification reimbursement and paid vacations. At Just Tires, we invest in you and your future by providing excellent training for our technician, sales team and management positions. We offer fast track career advancement opportunities for hard working team players who can deliver results. Just Tires is a Goodyear company. If you are looking for more than a job, apply today and begin your career with the tire and auto service innovation leader! **General Description:** As a General Maintenance Technician, you will gain hands-on experience in one of Just Tires centers by utilizing a mechanical aptitude to diagnose technical issues while delivering outstanding service. You will also become familiar with brakes, alignments, and continually learn in the rapidly changing automotive industry. We encourage you to allow us to invest in your success as you invest in ours; apply today! **Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:** * Perform line technician services, routine inspections/maintenance, system diagnostics, and problem-solving,* Including brake repairs, fluid exchanges/flushes, preventative maintenance, wheel alignments, and tire installation* Demonstrate excellent guest service, which includes providing clear communication and feedback about guest vehicles Provide guidance and mentoring to junior automotive technicians* Document all work performed on the repair order* Report any safety issues immediately to management* Promote teamwork to deliver times and accurate guest care during all operating hours* Maintain strict adherence to Company policy on vehicle care and operation* Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time, which may include light and heavy lifting, including consumer tires and wheels, standing, bending, and squatting.**Basic Qualifications:** * Minimum 1 year of automotive experience including brake repairs, fluid flushes, and preventative maintenance* Valid driver's license* Must be at least 18 years of age* No relocation is being offered for this position* Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship now or in the future**Preferred Qualifications:** * High School Diploma or GED* ASE Certification* Previous experience diagnosing vehicles and performing road tests* Previous electrical, air conditioning, and primary and advanced fuel ignition experience**Position Criteria:** * Strong work ethic; independently motivated to produce results with limited influence from others* Hard worker, someone who works diligently to get tasks done and demonstrates personal characteristics, such as responsibility, dependability, conscientiousness, communication, and teamwork* Display a commitment to learning new technologies within the rapidly changing automotive industry* Ability to review, analyze, and interpret information, identify problems, and make decisions* Ability to read, understand, and follow procedures and guidelines* Depending on location, our stores may be open 7 days a week from 7am-8pm, which may include weekends and Depending on location, our stores may be open 7 days a week, which may include weekends and some holidays* Commitment to following established safety policies and procedures**Application Process*** Within 5 minutes of applying, you'll get an email and text with a link to complete the prescreen questionnaire on any device.* If you pass, you'll receive an invitation to schedule a phone or in-person interview.* Your Goodyear application dashboard shows status updates and your recruiter's contact detail for assistance.