Lube Technician

Sioux Falls, SD
Truck & Trailer – Service /
Full-Time /
On-site
Transwest has an immediate opening for a Lube Tech at our Dealership in Sioux Falls, SD. The Lube Techs primary responsibility will be fluid checks and basic maintenance.

WE OFFER A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES INCLUDING:

    • Medical, Dental, Life, and Disability Insurance
    • 401(K) with company match following your one-year anniversary
    • HSA match up to $800 per year
    • FSA
    • Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and 6 Company Paid Holidays
    • And an Employee Car Discount Program

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Greet and interact with customers.
    • Change vehicle oil.
    • Check the transmission fluid and other fluid levels.
    • Inspect various belts and filters and check air levels and gauges.
    • Rotate tires. (training will be provided, but candidates should at least have a basic understanding of car maintenance)
    • Write up service reports and receipts for work completed.
    • Perform work as outlined in repair order with efficiency and accuracy and in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
    • Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repair.
    • Communicate with the parts department to obtain needed parts.
    • Save and tag parts for warranty.
    • Advise shop foreman immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed or if repairs cannot be completed within the time period promised.
    • Document all work performance.
    • Road test vehicles when required to quality check work performed.
    • Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
    • Ensure that customers’ vehicles are kept clean.
    • Keep shop area neat and clean and be able to account for all dealership owned tools at all times.
    • Understand and follow federal, state and local regulations governing the disposal of hazardous waste.
    • Other duties as assigned by the Manager.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

    • Required to perform work inside and outside, in all-weather situations, at the shop division location.
    • Requires frequent sitting, standing, balancing, bending or stooping for prolonged periods of time.
    • Manual dexterity, fine manipulation and the ability to reach with hands and arms and lift up to 80 lbs.
    • Must be able to operate simple to complex and heavy-duty machinery.
    • Normal range of hearing and vision.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

    • High School diploma or equivalent.
    • Valid driver's license with a good standing MVR.
    • Basic computer skills are a plus.
    • Excellent customer service skills.
    • Lube technicians should be able to communicate well and explain technical components.
    • Excellent verbal and communication skills.
    • Ability to successfully complete a General Abilities Assessment and pass post-offer background check, physical and drug screening

JOB DETAILS:

    • Type: Hourly
    • Shift: Tuesday-Friday 8:00am -6:00pm and Saturday 8:ooam - 12:00pm
    • Compensation Range: $17.00 to $21.00
    • Bonus Eligibility: No
    • Reports To: Service Manager
    • Closing Date: Open until filled.
$17 - $21 an hour
Date Posted: 4-29-2024

All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.