Gravois Tesson Automotive General Service Lube Technician

We are looking for a motivated and dependable Lube Technician to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with vehicles, providing excellent customer service, and wants to build a long-term career in the automotive industry.

No extensive experience is required. Previous automotive experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.

Position Overview

As a Lube Technician, you will perform routine vehicle maintenance and specialized fluid services while providing a positive customer experience. You will rotate through various areas of the shop, including the upper bay, lower bay, greeter, and cashier positions.

This is a full-time position reporting directly to the Manager and Assistant Manager.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance services, including:
  • Oil and filter changes
  • Fluid checks and services
  • Tire pressure checks and inflation
  • Transmission fluid services
  • Differential services
  • Radiator and coolant services
• Enter customer and vehicle maintenance information accurately into the computer system.
• Explain services performed and recommended maintenance to customers.
• Answer customer questions and provide prompt, professional, and courteous service.
• Process customer payments accurately.
• Rotate through all assigned Lube Technician responsibilities, 
• Maintain a clean and organized shop, customer area, restrooms, grounds, and work areas.
• Sweep, mop, empty trash, and maintain overall cleanliness of the facility.
• Follow all company safety procedures and applicable safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Previous automotive experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to successfully complete the company's Lube Technician training program.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Basic understanding of vehicle maintenance and automotive systems.
• Ability to learn and properly operate automotive service equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, managers, and coworkers.
• Strong customer service skills and a professional attitude.
• Dependable, punctual, and willing to learn.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced garage environment.

Physical Requirements

This position is active and requires the ability to:

• Stand and move throughout the shop for extended periods.
• Frequently bend, stretch, reach, and climb stairs.
• Reach approximately four feet overhead.
• Work around vehicles, lifts, tools, and automotive service equipment.
• Safely operate equipment such as oil and grease guns, differential pumps, transmission fluid exchange machines, and other shop equipment.
• Respond to communication calls from managers and coworkers.
• Maintain mobility throughout the facility.

Working Conditions

This position works 100% of the time in a garage environment and may involve exposure to:

• Heavy automotive equipment
• Slick or wet surfaces
• Automotive fluids and chemicals
• Hot and cold temperatures
• Noise and moving vehicles
• Automotive lifts and shop equipment

Employees are expected to follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean and safe working environment at all times.

Schedule & Employment

• Full-time position
• Reports to the Manager and Assistant Manager
• No direct supervisory responsibilities
• Daily assignments provided by management
• Opportunity to learn multiple areas of shop operations and develop automotive skills