Auto General Service Technician
Pep Boys · Willow Grove, PA · 6 days ago
Information Technology$12.1–$19.8/hrFull-time
We’re looking for a General Service Technician with mechanical aptitude to perform basic automotive services—mounting and balancing tires, tire repairs, oil changes, vehicle inspections, and other less technical tasks—while delivering an excellent customer experience. You’ll also maintain clean and safe work areas in the tire and service department and may advise or sell customers on recommended or required services and repairs.
Responsibilities
- Learn to diagnose and repair basic automotive systems including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling, and electrical.
- Continuously learn new technical information and techniques through formal training to stay current with rapidly changing automotive technology.
- Change engine oil and filters.
- Install and perform tire maintenance.
- Install batteries and check starting/charging systems.
- Install headlights and other small bulbs.
- Repair flat tires.
- Install wiper blades.
- Stock and unload tires.
- Assist fellow technicians and mechanics with technical activities.
- Keep management informed of mechanical repair issues as they arise.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and neat shop.
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety, and environmental rules.
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license.
- Passion for a career as an automotive Technician.
- Eagerness to learn and a competitive drive to succeed.
- At least 18 years of age.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Availability to work days, nights, holidays, and weekends as needed.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Physical Demands
- Extensive standing, walking, pushing, and reaching.
- Full range of motion for reaching, bending, and stooping.
- Repetitive movement of hands, arms, and legs.
- May drive a vehicle if needed.
- Frequent lifting of heavy equipment over 100 pounds.
- May work outside and be exposed to weather.
- Exposure to adverse weather conditions, chemicals, odors, dirt, and dust.
- Specific vision abilities: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Moderate noise level in the work environment.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Life insurance.
- Short-term disability.
- Supplemental benefits.
- 401(k) with company match.
- PTO and holiday pay.
- On-demand pay partner (DailyPay).
- Reduced benefits available for part-time team members.
Pay
$12.10 to $19.80 per hour based on experience.