Quick Lube Technician (Full Time)

Puklich Chevrolet Inc.; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Puklich Chevrolet Inc. in Bismarck, ND is seeking a Lubrication Technician Apprentice to learn and perform lubrication service under supervision. You will train with an experienced technician for 30–60 days, perform oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid inspections while maintaining records.

No prior experience required; a valid driver’s license is necessary. GM Fundamentals for Tech Apprentice must be completed within six months of employment.

Qualifications

• No prior experience or training.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.

Responsibilities

• Trains with an experienced technician for 30 to 60 days. Experienced technician verifies all work completed.
• Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Sells lubrication, safety inspection, and other related services.
• Maintains records on customers.
• Drains oil from crankcase and refills with required amount of oil.
• Replaces oil and air filters.
• Inspects vehicle fluid levels, replaces or replenishes as necessary.
• Checks tire pressure and adds air if needed.
• Lubricates moving parts with specified lubricants.
• Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor.
• Documents all work performed on the repair order.
• Keeps abreast of manufacturer technical bulletins.
• Ensures that customers' cars are kept clean. Notifies service advisor immediately of anything that has happened to change the appearance or condition of the vehicle.
• Completes lubrication service according to dealership and manufacturer quality and time standards. Maintains and ensures quality service for every customer’s experience.
• Keeps shop area neat and clean.
• Maintains and is accountable for all dealership-owned tools and manuals.
• Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.
• Uses proper eye, hand, and body protection when using products that require protection.
• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Reports any safety issues immediately to management.
• Participates in manufacturer-sponsored training programs as assigned by service manager.
• Keeps current on all training requirements; such as GM training, Compliance training and other training as assigned by manager.
• Sets a good example by maintaining a healthy work demeanor and cooperating with other managers and fellow employees in a positive spirit of teamwork. Represents Puklich Chevrolet positively when out in the community.

Skills

Reading ability

Math skills

Reasoning

Education

No prior experience or training

Job description

Description

SUMMARY

Lubricates the moving parts of vehicles.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Trains with an experienced technician for 30 to 60 days. Experienced technician verifies all work completed.
• Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Sells lubrication, safety inspection, and other related services.
• Maintains records on customers
• Drains oil from crankcase and refills with required amount of oil.
• Replaces oil and air filters.
• Inspects vehicle fluid levels, replaces or replenishes as necessary.
• Checks tire pressure and adds air if needed.
• Lubricates moving parts with specified lubricants.
• Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor.
• Documents all work performed on the repair order.
• Keeps abreast of manufacturer technical bulletins.
• Ensures that customers' cars are kept clean. Notifies service advisor immediately of anything that has happened to change the appearance or condition of the vehicle.
• Completes lubrication service according to dealership and manufacturer quality and time standards. Maintains and ensures quality service for every customer’s experience.
• Keeps shop area neat and clean.
• Maintains and is accountable for all dealership-owned tools and manuals. Returns them to the proper place and in the same condition as when they were received.
• Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.
• Uses proper eye, hand, and body protection when using products that require protection.
• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Reports any safety issues immediately to management.
• Participates in manufacturer-sponsored training programs as assigned by service manager.
• Keeps current on all training requirements; such as GM training, Compliance training and other training as assigned by manager.
• Sets a good example by maintaining a healthy work demeanor and cooperating with other managers and fellow employees in a positive spirit of teamwork. Represents Puklich Chevrolet positively when out in the community.

MARGINAL DUTIES

Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

No prior experience or training.

• LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations to customers and other employees of the organization.

• MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.

• REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Completes GM Fundamentals for Tech Apprentice within the first six months of employment
• Valid Driver’s License
• Good Driving Record