Lube Technician - Automotive

Job Description

Job Description

Lube Technician – Automotive - Randall Reed's Planet Ford, Quick Lane Service Centers, Humble and Porter, Texas

Randall Reed’s Planet Ford has several fast-growing locations in the Humble, Kingwood and Porter area. We are looking to add qualified, experienced Automotive Lube Technicians to our team!

We offer a team environment, one of the highest pays in the industry, great benefits and ongoing training and support for all its associates. If you've got the horsepower to join a fast-paced environment and the ability to hit high standards, then apply today!

Job Description

The Lubrication Technician will be responsible for lubricating cars in a quick, yet thorough manner, and for carrying out responsibilities through coordination with the Production Foreman.

Job Responsibilities

• Express Tech, oil and filter changes, tire rotations and basic maintenance -filters, tire repairs
• Repair or replace broken or dysfunctional parts and fix issues (e.g. leaks)
• Perform thorough check of customer's car (i.e. check additional fluid levels, battery, lights, tire pressure) referring all needed repairs and preventive maintenance to the Service Advisor.
• Ensure that the customer's car is kept clean
• Keep logs on work and issues
• Maintain equipment and tools in good condition
• Maintain an organized and neat shop area.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety standards and codes of conduct
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Company's Values in all interactions with customers, co-workers and vendors
• Other responsibilities as necessary or requested by the service management team

Job Requirements

• Proven experience as auto mechanic
• Working knowledge of vehicle diagnostic systems and methods
• Willingness to observe all safety precautions for protections against accidents, dangerous fluids, chemicals etc.
• Valid certification (e.g ASE) is a definite plus

Qualifications

• Must meet dealership’s requirements for employment
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions and information
• Familiarity with all aspects of automotive repair/maintenance
• Must have a valid driver license and be able to operate manual transmissions
• Prior experience as a technician’s helper or apprentice preferred
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Occasional exposure to inclement weather
• Ability to operate an automobile
• Prolonged periods of standing, stooping and bending
• Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• Requires a significant amount of walking and/or standing. May also require working in the seated position for long periods while operating controls with arms and legs. This position may also require working at a production pace while pushing and/or pulling materials from place to place

Total Rewards

• Aggressive, competitive pay
• 401k plans with company matching program for most full-time team members
• Health care – medical, dental and vision insurance plans
• Life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans
• Paid holidays
• Vacation
• Employee discounts on service and cars
• Paid training and educational career path tool to assist in career development
• Opportunities to join our community service initiatives
• Employee referral program with bonus opportunities

Why Randall Reed’s Planet Ford?

We offer the advantages that only an award winning, volume selling automotive organization can. We are part of one of the largest Texas’ independent, Top 100 automotive groups in the United States. World Class Automotive operates numerous dealerships across Texas - which means there are plenty of opportunities for career growth and development. Our competitive pay and benefits, training opportunities, and recognition programs make us an industry leader. To find out more, visit us at

Randall Reed’s Planet Ford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.