Automotive Lube Technician

Automotive Lube Technician

Metairie, LA

Quick Snapshot

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $18 - $35 per hour
• Schedule: Monday – Friday
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)

About Matt Bowers Ford

Matt Bowers Ford is a premier destination for automotive service in the New Orleans area. As part of the Matt Bowers Auto Group, we are committed to high standards of excellence, transparency, and employee development. We don't just offer jobs; we offer career paths. Our "Matt Bowers Promise" extends to our employees, ensuring a professional, energetic, and rewarding place to work.

Job Description

Matt Bowers Ford is seeking an Automotive Lube Technician to join our high-volume service department. This is a critical entry-level role where you will be responsible for providing quick, high-quality maintenance services for our guests.

We are looking for individuals with a strong work ethic who want to learn the "Ford way." This position serves as the primary pipeline for our Main Shop. We provide the training and the hours needed to help you advance into a certified Service Technician role.

Job Type

• Full-time

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• Rotating Saturdays
• No Sundays

Pay

$18 - $35 per hour

Work Requirements

• Active Driver’s License with a clean driving record is required.
• Ability to commute to Metairie, LA.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs and work in a shop environment for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Express Maintenance: Perform oil changes, filter replacements, and vehicle lubrication with speed and precision.
• Multi-Point Inspections: Conduct thorough safety checks including fluid levels, tire condition, brake wear, and battery health.
• Tire Services: Execute tire rotations, balancing, and pressure adjustments.
• Digital Documentation: Accurately record all work performed and document maintenance recommendations via our dealership software.
• Shop Safety: Maintain a clean and organized work bay to ensure a safe and efficient environment for the whole team.
• Quality Control: Ensure every vehicle is returned to the guest in better condition than it arrived, following all dealership cleanup protocols.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an automotive shop or oil change center is preferred, but we will train motivated candidates.
• Basic knowledge of automotive hand tools and maintenance procedures.
• Self-motivated with a desire to advance through Ford factory training.
• Strong communication skills and a team-player attitude.
• Reliability and a commitment to showing up on time, every day.

Why Join Matt Bowers Ford

• Career Advancement: We actively promote our best Lube Techs into the Main Shop and pay for your Ford certifications.
• High Volume: Being in Metairie means a steady stream of vehicles, ensuring you stay busy and engaged.
• Professional Culture: Work for one of the most recognizable automotive groups in the Gulf South.
• Supportive Leadership: Our service management team is dedicated to helping you hit your personal and professional goals.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Brand New State of The Art Air Conditioned and Heated Facility
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Matt Bowers Ford is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local law.