Tire and Lube Technician

About the role

Join Plaza Tire Service, a leader in the industry with 75 locations across Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, and NW Arkansas. As a Lube and Tire Technician, you will perform non-technical service repairs such as oil changes, tire and wheel related services, alignments, and flushes. You will also drive customers, pick up parts, and maintain shop cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport customers to and from their place of residence or business using the company vehicle.
• Pick up parts, supplies, tires, etc. from vendors and/or the corporate office using the company vehicle.
• Operate company vehicle in a safe and courteous manner obeying all traffic laws.
• Conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections following all company and state guidelines.
• Perform tire mounting/dismounting, wheel balance, and tire rotation.
• Perform oil changes and other basic services at the direction of the Shop Foreman or Store Manager.
• Observe general vehicle condition and report any obvious needed repairs or safety concerns.
• Utilize the company’s Multi-point Inspection and/or Repair Order to document vehicle condition.
• Maintain cleanliness of the shop, including the service area, tire racks, showroom, and exterior.
• Follow all safety procedures and report any concerns to the Shop Foreman or Store Manager.

Requirements

• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work a minimum of five days, including Saturdays.
• A general understanding of automotive mechanics is preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Exposure to moderate to loud noises, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
• Work environment temperature varies and may include extreme heat and/or cold.
• Use of safety goggles or other PPE may be required.
• Stand up to eight hours per day and walk to access various areas of the building.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch regularly; must have full range of motion with arms and hands.
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds frequently.
• Communicate with customers and shop personnel.
• Vision sufficient to detect color, depth, and re-focus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay

Pay ranges from $16 - $19 per hour depending on experience.

Benefits

• Competitive bi-weekly pay.
• Tuition reimbursement, up to $3,000 annually.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• 6 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
• Discounted services on personal and immediate family vehicles.
• Opportunity for advancement.