Automotive Lubrication Specialist

Job Type

Full-time

Position Overview

Stokes Automotive Group is on the lookout for skilled Automotive Lubrication Specialists to enhance our team. Compensation ranges from $15.00 to $20.00 per hour, complemented by performance bonuses, with the pay scale determined by prior experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training provided by manufacturers and in-house, along with ongoing educational opportunities.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Employee discounts on a variety of products and services.
• Paid time off and holiday benefits.
• Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and both short and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.

Key Responsibilities

• Efficiently perform tasks as outlined on repair orders, adhering to dealership and manufacturer standards, while documenting all work completed.
• Promote and sell lubrication services, safety inspections, and related offerings.
• Drain and replace engine oil, ensuring the correct quantity is used.
• Change oil and air filters as required.
• Examine vehicle fluid levels, replenishing or replacing as necessary.
• Check and adjust tire pressure as needed.
• Apply lubricants to moving components as specified.
• Engage in manufacturer-sponsored training sessions as directed by the service manager, staying updated on technical bulletins.
• Report any mechanical defects, malfunctions, or safety concerns to the supervisor immediately.
• Maintain cleanliness of customer vehicles and promptly inform the service advisor of any changes in condition.
• Account for all dealership-owned tools and manuals, ensuring they are returned in their original condition.
• Stay informed about and comply with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations, including hazardous waste disposal and OSHA standards.

Work Environment

The characteristics of the work environment described here are typical for employees performing essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands outlined here are representative of what must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Standing: Ability to stand for up to eight hours a day in four-hour intervals on concrete and asphalt.
• Sitting: Certain tasks may require sitting for up to three hours at a time, with breaks as needed.
• Walking: Various tasks may involve walking up to 100 yards on concrete and asphalt surfaces.
• Flexibility: Frequent position changes (standing, sitting, walking) are necessary to perform routine mechanical tasks.
• Lifting: Most tasks involve carrying objects weighing less than 10 lbs, with occasional lifting of items up to 50 lbs.
• Pushing/Pulling: Equipment may require pushing or pulling, with some objects needing up to 50 lbs of effort.
• Bending/Twisting: Regular bending and twisting are required while performing repair operations.
• Reaching/Handling: Use of hands and arms is essential for all repair tasks.
• Climbing: May require climbing to service vehicle roof accessories.
• Crawling/Kneeling: Required for positioning equipment or inspecting under vehicles.

Qualifications & Skills

To be successful in this role, candidates must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Work Hours

Work hours will be determined by the Department Director and employee based on operational needs and availability.

Travel Requirements

Travel is primarily local during business hours, with potential for occasional out-of-area travel.

Education & Experience

A high school diploma or GED is required, along with one to three months of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Duties

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not exhaustive. Management reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as necessary.

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