Automotive Lube Technician / Lower Bay

Automotive Lube Technician / Lower Bay

Plainfield, NJ (

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Description

Lower Bay Technicians work in a fast-paced environment and responsible for servicing our guests’ vehicles and ensuring quality workmanship. They assist the Lube Technician to perform Jiffy Lubes’ Signature Service Oil Change as well as [under chassis] gear box/transmission fluid services with a focus on our guests’ needs and expectations. This is a unique position working alone servicing all vehicles with the Lube Technicians. This is an important job in our Jiffy Lube stores and critical to our success. And every J-Team member receives comprehensive training from Jiffy Lube University, our award-winning training program, for certification.

Full-Time Perks

Competitive Starting Rate of Pay, World class training, Medical & Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Uniforms, Advancement, Company Discounts, Flexible Schedule, Great Team Environment, and more…..

Core Qualities and Traits

• Setting goals and objectives to meet and exceed all expectations

• Continually learning and developing skills to meet all challenges

• Building strong relationships, providing world class customer service

• and rolling up your sleeves and leading by example to motivate and inspire

What's in your Future

Career:Many of our J-Team members have been with us for 5, 10, 15 and more years. We offer a unique set of jobs that include customer service, automotive service & repair, service advisor and key holder/management positions. This provides for a well-balanced foundation to meet our goals and challenges. Our members are the backbone of our success and have made tremendous contributions in terms of both productivity and leadership.

Training:Jiffy Lube offers a fantastic training program “Jiffy Lube University” a CBT (computer-based training) program designed to provide an investment in knowledge and skills to maintain the highest level of service. This is much like technical schools offer, but in addition to online training we also provide on-the-job training (hands-on) which provides for a more balanced skill set and “you’ll earn while learn”.

Opportunity:Jiffy Lube offers growth and career opportunities for our j-team members that seek promotions and career advancement. Many of members who started as Courtesy Tech’s have advanced to Lube Techs, Service Advisors, and Managers. We promote from within and provide the necessary training for j-team members to meet their career goals and objectives.

Lower Bay Technician Qualifications

Previous experience is essential and requires a minimum of 1-year working for a dealership, automotive shop, tire center or quick lube. A high school diploma or GED is required, and for those considering college you can earn credits through Jiffy Lube (Ace Credit) courses. Also, all J-Team members must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, as well as be able to speak effectively with our guests and other teammates.

Once you’ve become certified, we offer advancement opportunities to become a Lube Technician, Plus Tech/Mechanic, or Service Advisor.

The ideal candidate will...

• Have excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills

• Be energetic, hardworking, and able to multi-task

• Show initiative, responsible, and must be reliable

• Have good interpersonal and communication skills

• Computer savvy to learn basic POS system commands

Physical Qualifications

Lower Bay Technicians must expect to stand for long periods of time on hard surfaces, like concrete or metal, and expect to work in an environment in which you may frequently experience hot and cold temperatures, loud noises, and exhaust fumes.

Other physical qualifications…

• Must be able to operate equipment such as overhead and floor mounted oil and grease guns, transmission machine, air conditioner service machine, radiator service machine, hand tools and basic shop equipment

• Must be able to lift and move work-related items up to 25 pounds

• Must be able to push, pull, lift, and bend at the knees and waist, twist body at the waist, raise and hold arms overhead, and turn head-neck-shoulders as needed

Requirements

• Lower Bay Technicians are responsible for performing Jiffy Lubes Signature Service Oil Change, inspect and service under chassis fluids, grease fittings, tire rotations and other minor services

• Inspect vehicle for leaks and safety issues, and remove & secure skid plate

• Have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, motivated, and a team player

• Have a valid driver’s license and authorized to work in the US

• Complete all required training courses through Jiffy Lube University

• Maintain and service drain pans, catwalk and basement is clean and presentable