Quick Lube Technician

Berger Chevrolet; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA or FSA

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401k match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Job summary

Berger Chevrolet, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Quick Lube Technician apprentice to gain hands-on experience through our in-house Service Technician Apprenticeship Program.

This onsite role offers structured learning and mentor-driven growth within a fourteen-time Dealer of the Year organization. This position runs Monday–Friday, 7:30am–5:00pm with rotating Saturdays, and pays $16.00–$17.00 per hour plus a longevity bonus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prefer prior basic vehicle mechanical experience.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must pass pre-employment screenings, background, driving, and drug tests.

Responsibilities

• Complete oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid services.
• Inspect and adjust tire pressure for vehicle safety.
• Perform tire rotations on customer vehicles.
• Conduct multi-point inspections following GM standards.
• Communicate recommendations to Quick Lube Advisors.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Adhere to shop safety protocols.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned through continued employment.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Coachability

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Reliable and organized

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Are you ready to place your career in Berger’s fast lane and take the next step toward becoming a state-certified technician through our in-house Service Technician Apprenticeship Program? Our fourteen-time Dealer of the Year dealership is looking for an additional Quick Lube Technician to join our award-winning organization. We offer a team environment, great benefits, career growth opportunities, and ongoing support.

POSITION SUMMARY

In this role, you’ll gain hands‑on experience servicing vehicles through oil changes, tire rotations, and multi-point inspections while learning from a team dedicated to your growth and success. You’ll play an important role in keeping our customers safely on the road while building your skills in a supportive, team-focused environment. This is an onsite position, Monday - Friday (7:30am - 5:00pm) with rotating Saturdays (8:00am - 1:00pm), with occasional extended hours to support customers as needed.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Complete oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid services according to established procedures.
• Inspect and adjust tire pressure as needed to support vehicle performance and safety.
• Perform tire rotations on customer vehicles to ensure even tire wear.
• Conduct multi-point inspections following GM standards on automotive vehicles.
• Effectively communicate to the Quick Lube Advisors about any recommendations for additional vehicle servicing(s) based on the multi-point inspections.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment to provide customers with a professional and welcoming atmosphere.
• Must adhere to shop safety protocols, procedures, and guidelines.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned through continued employment.

BENEFITS

• Compensation - $16.00 - $17.00 (depending on experience), yearly longevity bonus.
• Advancement Opportunities - We encourage promoting from within. Our average employee (out of 300) has been employed at Berger for six years - some for as long as 46 years!
• Great Work Environment - We are a family-friendly and drug-free workplace. Because of our exceptional team, we have been named a fourteen-time Dealer of the Year within the past twenty years.
• Full-Time Benefits Package - Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA or FSA, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurance; a Berger-sponsored $25,000 life insurance policy (additional life insurance options are available for purchase); and Berger-sponsored short-term disability with long-term disability insurance available for purchase; 401k with an annual employer match; paid time off; and paid holidays.
• Additional Benefits - Membership with Working Advantage allows our team to enjoy discounts on theme parks, hotels, concert tickets, and more!
• EOE - We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DESIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Prefer prior basic vehicle mechanical experience.
• Physical ability to lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs and work in various weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and coachability skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment.
• Reliable, trustworthy, organized, and efficient.
• Ability to operate an automobile with a valid driver’s license.
• Must allow pre-employment screenings, background, driving, and drug test.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation and comply with workplace health procedures as directed by the public health department.

LOCATION

2525 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49512. Conveniently located near shopping centers, great lunch spots, and just 15 minutes from the heart of Grand Rapids.

BERGER’S CULTURAL BEHAVIORS

Customer Focused, Innovating, Looking Ahead, One Team, Speak Boldly, It’s on Me, and Integrity.