Mid Level Automotive Technician - Westmont, IL

Goodyear; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Vacation time

Tire discounts

Job summary

Just Tires, a Goodyear company in Westmont, IL, is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to gain hands-on experience diagnosing issues and delivering outstanding service. You'll work in a retail center, handling brakes, alignments, and ongoing learning in automotive technology.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, ability to perform line technician services, brake repairs, fluid exchanges, and tire installation, while maintaining guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year automotive experience including brake repairs, fluid flushes, and preventative maintenance.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• No relocation offered.

Responsibilities

• Perform line technician services, routine inspections/maintenance, diagnostics, and problem solving.
• Brake repairs, fluid exchanges/flushes, preventative maintenance, wheel alignments, tire installation.
• Provide excellent guest service and clear communication.
• Mentor junior automotive technicians.
• Document all work on repair orders.
• Report safety issues to management.
• Promote teamwork to deliver timely, accurate guest care.
• Follow company vehicle care policies.

Skills

Automotive repair

Brake repairs

Diagnostic skills

Customer service

Team mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASE Certification

Tools

Diagnostics equipment

Wheel alignment tools

Job description

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.

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.

Shift: Must be able to work retail hours including some holidays and weekends.

Starting Pay: 18.00-24.00 base pay offered may vary depending on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.

Benefits

• Selected candidates may be eligible for a number of benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability, tuition assistance, sickness and vacation time, as well as tire discounts.
• Our comprehensive benefit package includes medical plans, 401(k), certification reimbursement and paid vacations.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Working Hours / Availability

• Depending on location, our stores may be open 7 days a week from 7am-8pm, which may include weekends and some holidays.
• Commitment to following established safety policies and procedures.