Smog - Lube Technician

Position Overview

The Take 5 Family is hiring customer service maniacs!

People person? Outgoing and positive attitude? We will train you how to change oil, replace wiper blades/air filters, fill air in tires, and other light maintenance services. Our employees are successful with all backgrounds and experience levels. Take 5 offers a stay-in-your-car hassle free oil change experience. The job is similar to restaurants or retail environments.

What Employees Love about Take 5

• The Pit Tech to President career path; Take 5 is committed to supporting your career goals. Over 90% of Shop Managers started as Lube Techs.
• The family environment
• Benefits/Pay information if applicable
• Employee contests
• Easy to transfer to locations across the country
• Opportunity to meet new people every day
• Community involvement
• Learning new skills

Good to Know Before You Start!

• It might feel like you are studying for a test at the beginning. It’s important that all employees gain a strong knowledge of our oils and services.
• Must maneuver in and out of a shallow 3’ deep pit used to position yourself safely under cars
• You will walk, stand, bend, stoop, twist, etc. for extended periods of time and perform activities involving holding, grasping, pulling and turning
• You may need to work in hot/cold weather conditions
• Always be alert and aware of your surroundings
• Must be able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds
• Need to have reliable transportation

What does a Lube/Smog Technician do?

• Drain motor oil, change oil filter, grease chassis fittings
• Wash windshield and adjust tire pressure
• Inspect and top off fluids
• Assist the customer in selecting oil type and other services
• Process payment for services performed.
• Perform coolant exchanges and transmission drain & fill services
• Restock and maintain inventory levels on the floor
• Maintain shop, office, and bathroom cleanliness
• Perform emissions inspections on a variety of vehicles in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Operate and maintain emissions testing equipment, ensuring it is properly calibrated and functioning.
• Accurately record all inspection results and complete necessary documentation and reporting for the state's oversight program.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with customers about test results, explaining any failures and the steps needed to pass.
• Stay up-to-date on all changes to emissions regulations and testing procedures.
• Must maintain a valid Smog Technician license from the state.

Good to Know Before You Start!

• It might feel like you are studying for a test at the beginning. It’s important that all employees gain a strong knowledge of our oils and services.
• Must maneuver in and out of a shallow 3’ deep pit used to position yourself safely under cars
• You will walk, stand, bend, stoop, twist, etc. for extended periods of time and perform activities involving holding, grasping, pulling and turning
• You may need to work in hot/cold weather conditions
• Always be alert and aware of your surroundings
• Must be able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds
• Need to have reliable transportation