Lube and Tire Technician

Lube and Tire TechnicianPowered by The Sun Auto Network, Plaza Tire Service delivers trusted tire and automotive service backed by nearly 100 years of automotive excellence. With certified technicians and over 500 locations nationwide, we provide expert care through Clarity, Confidence, and Customer Care. Proudly servicing the Midwest since 1963, we offer a complete range of auto services and repair solutions.Looking for a Lube and Tire Technician in the Mattoon area. This is a new Plaza Tire location, currently in construction.As a Lube and Tire Technician, you will perform non-technical service repairs such as oil changes, tire and wheel related services, alignments, flushes, and more. You will also be driving customers, picking up parts, and maintaining the cleanliness of the shop as needed.Compensation: Pay ranges from $15- $18 per hour depending on experience.Benefits:Competitive Bi-Weekly PayTuition Reimbursement, up to $3,000 annuallyPaid Vacation and Sick Time6 Paid HolidaysMedical, Dental and Vision InsuranceLife Insurance (Company paid)401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company MatchDiscounted Services on Personal and Immediate Family VehiclesOpportunity for Advancement!Principal Duties and Responsibilities:Safely transports customers to and from their place of residence or business using the company vehicle.Picks up parts, supplies, tires, etc. from vendors and/or the corporate office using the company vehicle.Operates company vehicle in a safe and courteous manner obeying all traffic laws.Conducts State Safety and Emission Inspections on vehicles in an ethical manner following all company and state guidelines.Performs tire mounting/dismounting, wheel balance and tire rotation.Performs oil changes and other basic services at the direction of the Shop Foreman or Store Manager.While performing basic services, observes general vehicle condition and points out any obvious needed repairs or safety concerns to the Shop Foreman or Store Manager. Utilizes the company's Multi-point Inspection and/or Repair Order to properly document the vehicle condition.Maintains cleanliness of the shop to include the service area, tire racks, showroom and outside the building to maintain a clean and inviting appearance.Follows all safety procedures and reports any concerns to the Shop Foreman or Store Manager.Qualifications:Possess valid driver's licenseMust be at least 18 years oldAbility to work a minimum of five days, including Saturday'sA general understanding of automotive mechanics preferredWorking Conditions and Physical Demands:The Lube and Tire Technician will be exposed to moderate to loud noises, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. The temperature in the work environment varies and could include extreme heat and/or extreme cold depending on the ambient temperatures outside. The use of safety goggles or other PPE may be required when working in these conditions.The Lube and Tire Technician must be able to meet the following physical requirements:Stand up to eight hours per day in the shop and able to walk to gain access to various areas of the buildingBend, stoop, kneel and crouch regularly throughout the day; must have full range of motion with arms and hands and be able to feel, handle or finger objects frequentlyLift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly, lift and/or move up to 70 pounds frequently.Communicate with customers and shop personnelVision sufficient to detect color, depth, and re-focusReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Sun Auto Tire & Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.