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Entry-Level Automotive Quick Lube Technician

Greenway Ford | Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | GMC
Morris, Illinois

Turn your interest in cars into a long-term automotive career.

Many successful master technicians began their careers performing oil changes, tire rotations, and basic vehicle maintenance. Greenway is currently seeking a dependable and motivated Entry-Level Automotive Quick Lube Technician to join our growing service team.

Greenway has been family-owned and serving Morris and the surrounding communities since 1967. We offer competitive pay, factory and in-house training, excellent benefits, and opportunities to advance your skills and career.

Previous professional automotive experience is helpful but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate who has a strong work ethic, mechanical aptitude, a positive attitude, and a genuine interest in the automotive industry.

$19–$22 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

• Monday through Friday: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
• Saturday: 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
• Full-time position

What You'll Do

• Perform oil and filter changes, tire rotations, lubrication services, and other routine vehicle maintenance.
• Complete thorough bumper-to-bumper multipoint vehicle inspections according to dealership and manufacturer standards.
• Inspect tires, brakes, filters, belts, fluid levels, and other essential vehicle components.
• Replace tires, brakes, filters, and other basic maintenance items when qualified and assigned.
• Check and top off fluids as needed.
• Lubricate and grease applicable moving components.
• Perform manufacturer-recommended maintenance and other basic services assigned by management.
• Identify maintenance needs and document service recommendations based on inspection results and manufacturer service intervals.
• Complete all assigned work accurately, efficiently, and according to dealership and factory quality standards.
• Communicate required parts and materials clearly with the Parts Department.
• Properly document completed work and inspection findings on each repair order.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Follow all dealership policies, safety procedures, environmental requirements, and codes of conduct.
• Participate in available factory and in-house training programs.
• Work cooperatively with technicians, service advisors, parts personnel, and management.
• Perform other service-related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Strong attendance, punctuality, and dependability
• Mechanical aptitude and an interest in working on vehicles
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional conduct and appearance
• Basic knowledge of common automotive parts and maintenance procedures is beneficial
• Previous automotive, tire, maintenance, or mechanical experience is helpful but not required

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to successfully complete a background check and drug screening
• Basic computer and typing skills
• Ability to read, understand, and follow repair procedures and safety instructions
• Ability to work around automotive fluids, fumes, dirt, equipment, and cleaning chemicals
• Willingness to work in varying temperatures and occasional inclement weather

This position requires the ability to:

• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, and reach for extended periods
• Enter and exit vehicles throughout the workday
• Operate vehicle controls using hands, arms, feet, and legs
• Work at a steady production pace
• Push, pull, carry, and move tools, tires, parts, and equipment
• Occasionally lift or exert between 20 and 50 pounds
• Frequently lift or exert between 10 and 25 pounds
• Regularly handle objects weighing more than 10 pounds

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee discounts on vehicles, service, and parts
• Paid factory and in-house training
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for career advancement

This position is an excellent starting point for candidates interested in becoming a professional automotive technician. Factory training and development opportunities are available for employees who demonstrate reliability, quality workmanship, and a desire to advance.

Start building your automotive career with Greenway. Apply today.

Greenway Ford | CDJR | GMC in Morris, IL is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits all forms of discrimination without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.