Entry Level Automotive Technician - Colonial Heights, VA

About the role

As an Entry Level Automotive Technician you will gain hands‑on experience in one of Goodyear's Auto Service centers by learning how to perform basic automotive services while delivering outstanding service. No prior experience is required; you will be trained in any skills needed. You will also become familiar with mounting and balancing tires, performing oil changes, and conducting additional automotive preventative maintenance. Goodyear invests in your success through excellent training, certification reimbursement, paid vacations, and fast‑track career advancement opportunities for hard‑working team players.

Responsibilities

• Complete basic automotive services such as mounting and balancing tires, tire repairs, oil changes, filter replacements, and more.
• Train with mid‑ and senior‑level automotive technicians to learn additional automotive services.
• Demonstrate excellent guest service, including clear communication and feedback about guest vehicles.
• Promote teamwork to meet guest expectations.
• Maintain strict adherence to company policy on vehicle care and operation.
• Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods, which may include light and heavy lifting (including consumer tires and wheels), standing, bending, and squatting.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license and at least 18 years of age.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret information, identify problems, and make decisions.
• Commitment to learning new technologies within the rapidly changing automotive industry.
• Commitment to following established safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous automotive preventative maintenance experience or previous formal automotive training.

Skills

• Basic automotive services (mounting/balancing tires, tire repairs, oil changes, filter replacements).
• Guest service and communication.
• Team collaboration.
• Safety‑focused work practices.
• Manual dexterity for lifting, standing, bending, and squatting tasks.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental,