Automotive Fluid Services Technician

Automotive Fluid Services TechnicianThe Automotive Fluid Services Technician is responsible for all fluid services including oil change, transmission, differential, cooling system maintenance, and additional services including wiper blades and filter replacement. He/she communicates with customers, educating them on necessary preventive vehicle maintenance. Additional duties may include courtesy services, and tire repair and replacement services.BenefitsHealth insurance, paid time off, bonus based on performance, flexible schedule, $17 to $24 per hour plus bonus depending on experience, growth opportunities, locally owned and operated, safety you can trust, training and certification opportunities, competitive salary, excellent work environment, tools provided.ResponsibilitiesPerforming upper bay and lower bay oil change and inspection functions, explaining SpeeDee programs, services and pricing structure in order to achieve high customer satisfaction and increased revenues, attending training sessions that are applicable to the career path and position requirements, performing preventive maintenance on fluid services equipment, following appropriate safety procedures and notifying the Shop Manager of safety hazards or needed equipment repairs.RequirementsCommitment to excellence at all levels of service, good communication skills and upbeat personality, clean and neat appearance, valid state driver's license.Other Duties and ResponsibilitiesIn addition to the duties listed above, every Automotive Fluid Services Technician is responsible for general center maintenance and cleaning duties such as mopping, washing center windows and clearing litter. Crew members must attend crew meetings as required, as well as other duties assigned by a supervisor. Customer service skills, basic literacy (reading, writing, math skills), ability and licensed to operate motor vehicles, verbal communication skills, ability to properly use mechanical hand tools, attention to detail, no previous experience or training required.Working ConditionsMaterials and Equipment used: Automotive oils, fluids, and lubricants. Windshield washer fluid, battery electrolyte. Environment: Frequent exposure to outside weather elements, noise, and vehicle exhaust fumes throughout the entire shift. Physical Activities: Position requires good corrected vision, hearing, frequent standing, walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, handling, reaching, and lifting.Company OverviewOur first SpeeDee Oil Change opened in December 1980 in Metairie, Louisiana. SpeeDee swiftly grew into a quick lube and automotive tune-up service business, and by the mid-90s, SpeeDee had added complete brake service and grown to a full-service auto maintenance and repair facility. For 40 years, SpeeDee has built trusted customer relationships based on reliability and professional service and grown from a single store to more than 150 locations.How Are We Different From the Competition?Local Ownership, Quality Service, Training and Certification, Multi-Point Courtesy Check and Service Review, Free Top-Off Service, Maintenance Records, Affordable Rates.