General Service Technician / Tire Tech - Eden Prairie, MN

General Service Technician

Leighton's Garage, part of GreatWater 360 Auto Care, is growingand we're looking for a dependable, hands-on General Service Technician who's ready to build their career with a people-first, training-focused automotive brand. If you enjoy solving problems, staying busy, and working in a positive team environment, this is your opportunity.

In this role you will be helping as we roll out Complete Tire Services to include: Mounting, Balancing, & Complete Tire Repairs - Experience is REQUIRED.

What You'll Do

• Perform oil changes & preventative maintenance
• Mount/balance tires & complete tire repairs - work with tires is of particular interest for this location
• Conduct battery testing & replacement
• Support safety inspections & basic mechanical services
• Learn and grow toward C-Tech level through continuous training

Why Techs Love Working at GreatWater 360 Auto Care

Class-Leading Employee Benefits

(Benefits begin on date of hire; 401(k) after 90 days)

• Medical, Dental & Vision Multiple Blue Cross/Blue Care Network options
• 401(k) with industry-leading company match
• Paid Time Off (front-loaded annually)
• Company-paid Life & AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary coverages: STD, LTD, Accident, Critical Illness

Training & Career Development

• Learn-to-Earn Technician Growth Program
• Tuition & ASE Reimbursement
• Continuing Education Support

Extra Perks

• 50% off service labor + discounted parts
• Paid Parental Leave

Requirements

What We're Looking For:

• 6 months of relevant experience preferred in an automotive repair facility or equivalent knowledge from a trade school
• Interest in building a career in automotive repair
• Willingness to earn ASE certifications and work towards being a C Level Technician strongly preferred
• Must possess a valid US Drivers License, be insurable on Company insurance policy, and possess the ability to drive a vehicle with passengers and perform drivability assessments
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work
• Ability to perform inspections and follow service procedures
• Willingness to learn digital vehicle inspections (DVI) and shop systems
• Positive attitude and team-first mindset
• Previous professional automotive or mechanical experience is required
• Having a basic set of your own tools is required

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Physical Demands:
• Must be able to get into and out of various vehicles without assistance.
• Must be able to drive a motor vehicle with passengers.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs without assistance.
• Ability to view a monitor, and use touch screens, mice, and keyboards.
• Ability to climb up/down and over/under work platforms and lifts to access vehicles for repair
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to perform major and fine motor skill movements using body to perform the necessary actions to complete a repair, service, vehicle inspection, or shop cleaning activity.
• Ability to reach overhead, push, pull, bend over/down, stoop, and other major body movements frequently
• This job operates in an environment with extensive exposure to an automotive repair shop environment. The job will have exposure to a moderate noise level, adverse weather conditions, chemicals, odors, dirt, and dust. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers & scanners.
• Ability to work flexible hours/days including evenings and if shops are open, weekends; additional time may be required depending on business needs.