Lube Technician - BigHorn Automotive

ABOUT US:

BigHorn Automotive is a full service automotive shop. We specialize in everything from daily drivers, to muscle cars, to off-road behemoths, and everything in between! Our Master Tech has over 35-years experience working on cars. Our staff of ASE Certified Technicians provide fast and friendly service to ensure that your vehicle is always ready when promised. We are the premier automotive full service automotive shop in Parker (Douglas County) and take pride in our family like team of automotive experts.

WHAT YOU GET:

• Competitive Compensation
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Fun & Family like work environment
• Opportunities for upward growth in the company

Lube Tech Duties and Responsibilities

Daily duties performed by lube techs vary greatly depending on the types of vehicles they service and the number of customers. The essential job tasks performed by lube techs, however, are universally the same in all auto shops.

Lubricate Vehicles

Lube techs lubricate all moving engine parts of vehicles by rubbing specific lubricants onto these engine parts.

Clean Engines

Lube techs clean engine parts to remove grime and buildup, and apply lubricant to these parts to restore them back to good working order.

Inspect Vehicles

Lube techs perform vehicle inspections that include examining and testing multiple points of interest on the vehicle, and checking thoroughly for oil leaks. This includes checking all fluid levels in the vehicle, including windshield washing liquid.

Inspect Tires

Lube techs check vehicle tires and test the air pressure.

Change Oil

Lube techs drain existing oil from vehicles and replace it with new oil, ensuring that the proper type of oil is used. 

Replace Filters

Lube techs replace filters in the engine, including air filters and oil filters.

Check Electrical Components

Lube techs check electrical components on vehicles, such as testing the horn and the lights.

Make Recommendations

Lube techs make recommendations for further service on vehicles based on inspections.

 Follow Safety Procedures

Lube techs follow all company and common-sense safety practices, such as turning engines on only when in a well-ventilated area and ensuring that vehicles are in the right gear before the ignition is turned.

Maintain Cleanliness

Lube techs keep their work areas and customer vehicles clean at all times, and clean up after themselves as they perform their various job tasks.

Lube Tech Skills and Qualifications

Lube techs are professionals who work with their hands and perform many physical tasks to check, clean, and add fluids to vehicle engines of all types. Employers hire lube techs who have the skills necessary to perform all the different tasks associated with this job.

Communication – lube techs work in a collaborative environment, which requires strong verbal communication skills

Time-management – lube techs use time-management skills to perform many tasks within a tight deadline and maintain maintenance schedules for all vehicles

Customer service – lube techs perform a service-based job that often involves customer interaction, so employers look for individuals with strong customer service skills to fill this role

Computer skills – lube techs log information into digital systems and follow digital checklists for vehicle inspections, which requires basic computer knowledge

Driving – lube techs must know how to operate and drive multiple types of vehicles, including manual transmissions

Physical ability – lube techs lift heavy objects, bend, crouch, and crawl to perform their job duties, all which require physical ability