Tire & Lube Technician

Description

Ghafari Group – Tire & Lube Technician

Company: Ghafari Group
Job Title: Tire & Lube Technician
Employment Type: Full-Time

Scope and Summary of the Position

Ghafari Group is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Tire & Lube Technician to join our automotive service team. This position is responsible for performing routine vehicle maintenance, tire services, oil changes, and vehicle inspections while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has hands-on automotive experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced shop environment. This individual will work closely with service advisors, technicians, and management to ensure vehicles are serviced accurately and returned to customers in a timely manner.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Mount, balance, rotate, repair, and replace tires on passenger vehicles, SUVs, and light-duty trucks.

Inspect tires for tread wear, damage, punctures, and proper inflation.

Perform tire pressure checks and adjust to manufacturer specifications.

Inspect and service Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) as needed.

Identify tire-related safety concerns and communicate findings to the service advisor or shop manager.

Properly torque lug nuts according to manufacturer specifications.

Oil Changes & Preventative Maintenance

Perform routine oil and filter changes according to manufacturer recommendations.

Inspect and check fluid levels, including coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid, and windshield washer fluid.

Replace engine air filters, cabin air filters, and other basic maintenance components.

Perform basic preventative maintenance services.

Identify visible leaks, worn components, or maintenance concerns and report findings.

Ensure proper handling and disposal of used oil, filters, tires, and other automotive materials.

Vehicle Inspections

Conduct routine multipoint vehicle inspections.

Inspect tires, brakes, suspension components, belts, hoses, lights, and fluid levels.

Identify potential mechanical or safety concerns requiring additional service.

Document inspection findings accurately and communicate recommendations to the service advisor.

Follow established inspection procedures and manufacturer guidelines.

Assist senior technicians with additional inspections and basic repair work as needed.

Shop Operations & Safety

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Properly operate vehicle lifts, tire machines, balancing equipment, and shop tools.

Follow all company safety policies and applicable OSHA requirements.

Ensure vehicles are handled with care and protected from damage during service.

Complete assigned work orders accurately and efficiently.

Communicate service delays, equipment concerns, or additional repair needs to management.

Assist with general shop duties and support other technicians when needed.

Maintain professional and respectful communication with team members and customers.

Minimum Qualifications

Previous experience in automotive maintenance, tire services, or a related mechanical field preferred.

Experience performing oil changes, tire rotations, tire mounting, and balancing preferred.

Basic understanding of automotive systems and preventative maintenance.

Ability to perform routine vehicle inspections and identify visible maintenance concerns.

Familiarity with automotive tools, vehicle lifts, tire-changing equipment, and balancing machines.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Strong time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced shop environment.

Valid driver's license and ability to safely operate customer vehicles.

Willingness to learn additional automotive maintenance and repair procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

One or more years of experience in an automotive repair shop, tire center, dealership, or quick-lube environment.

Experience performing multipoint vehicle inspections.

Familiarity with TPMS systems and basic tire repair procedures.

ASE certifications or automotive technical training are a plus.

Experience using digital vehicle inspection systems or automotive shop management software.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions, unless doing so would result in undue hardship.

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and crouch for extended periods.

Ability to regularly lift and move automotive parts, tires, tools, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Ability to perform repetitive motions involving hands, wrists, and arms.

Ability to work underneath vehicles and around automotive lifts and equipment.

Ability to work in an automotive shop environment with exposure to noise, automotive fluids, dust, fumes, and varying temperatures.

Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and automotive service equipment.

Ability to maintain attention to detail while performing physically demanding tasks.

Work Schedule

Full-time position.

Schedule based on operational needs.

Availability for occasional overtime or weekends may be required.

Ghafari Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to maintaining a professional, respectful, and inclusive workplace.