Automotive Lube Technician

Looking to start your career in the automotive industry? Liberty Ford Maple Heights is seeking Lube Technicians who are eager to learn, grow, and join a trusted team. This entry-level position offers a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience, work alongside skilled professionals, and start a rewarding career in automotive service.

We offer competitive wages based on experience and certifications, along with training and advancement opportunities to help you reach your full potential.

Why Work for Liberty Ford?
Liberty Ford has been serving Northeast Ohio for over 40 years, with six locations and a reputation built on integrity, teamwork, and customer satisfaction. We’ve been recognized as one of Northeast Ohio’s Top Workplaces for 10 consecutive years and proudly support our employees with:

• Multiple medical plan options
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Education reimbursement
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Employee discounts on vehicles, service, and parts
• A positive, team-oriented culture

Start your journey with Liberty Ford and become part of a company that values your growth and success.

SUMMARY

Functions as an entry-level technician who can perform oil changes and other vehicle maintenance and light repairs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Essential duties include the following. Other responsibilities relative to the service center's operations, upkeep, and/or maintenance may be assigned.

• Performs work specified on maintenance and repair orders efficiently and per dealership and factory standards.
• Inspects fluid levels of steering gear, power steering reservoir, transmission, differential, and rear axle housings.
• Checks the air pressure of tires.
• Drains and refills oil and replaces oil filters.
• Inspects vehicles for additional repairs needed.
• Performs tire rotations, installations, and balancing on all makes and models.
• Performs work outlined on repair orders efficiently and accurately, following dealership and factory standards.
• Communicate with the parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Road tests vehicles when required.
• Examine the assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended.
• Communicate immediately with the service advisor if additional work is needed, if the work outlined is not required, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.
• Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order.
• Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to the supervisor
• Keeps customers' cars clean and promptly notifies service advisors of any changes to the vehicle's appearance or condition.
• Understands and complies with federal, state, and local regulations, including hazardous waste disposal and OSHA requirements.
• Operates all tools and equipment safely.
• Reports any safety issues immediately to management.  
• Participates in manufacturer-sponsored training programs, schools, and events
• Maintains a neat and clean shop area.
• Maintains and is accountable for all dealership-owned tools and manuals.
• Follows all other instructions and requests of the manager/supervisor.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Tools required to perform repairs and services.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must be able to speak effectively.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to use a computer for reference, training/and testing.

EDUCATION

Education, training, and/or state/national certifications should clearly demonstrate the possession of the knowledge and skills stated above.

• High School degree or equivalent preferred
• Valid driver's license that meets dealership insurability requirements
• Trade or Vocational School certification

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years of experience in automotive repair or service as a lube tech
• ASE certifications are a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Walking/Standing for 6 to 8 hours in a shift
• Using hand and/or power tools and equipment consistent with industry standards
• Bending, stretching, lifting, reaching, and climbing
• Lifting up to 70lbs.
• Possess physical and manual dexterity.

Disclaimer: This job description is not a contract of employment. No Dealership manager or other Employee at the Dealership has the authority to commit guaranteed or continued employment to you, and this job description, or any dealership publication, practice, or procedure, should not be understood to make any such commitment. The job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee.