What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lube Technician position at Honda of Bellingham?
POSITION TITLE: LUBE TECHNICIAN
DEPARTMENT: SERVICE
REPORTS TO: SERVICE MANAGER
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
PURPOSE:
The Lubrication Technician will be responsible for lubricating cars in a quick yet thorough manner, and for carrying out their responsibilities through coordination with the Shop Foreman.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Perform all lubrication services. (oil change)
Perform thorough check of customer’s car (i.e. battery, lights, tires), referring all needed repairs and preventative maintenance to Service Advisor.
Operate and maintain all lubrication equipment.
Receive repair order from either the Dispatcher, Service Advisor, or Shop Foreman and proceed to service lift.
Ensure that the customer’s car is kept clean. Make sure seats, radios, mirrors, and convenience items returned to original positions. DO NOT smoke in customers cars.
Make certain all equipment is in proper working order, especially the lifts.
Use adequate, but not excessive, amounts of materials and supplies.
Inspect fluid levels of steering gear, power steering reservoir, transmission, differential, rear axle housings, and shackles.
Check air pressure of tires. Rotate Tires.
Drain oil from crankcase and refill with required amount of oil.
Add coolant to radiator.
Replace oil and air filters.
Perform assigned vehicle repairs to the standards of the factory and dealership specifications.
Inform dispatcher when job is started, finished, or interrupted. Be particularly attentive to RO’s on vehicles marked “RUSH” or “CUSTOMER WAITING” and keep shop foreman and dispatcher informed of progress.
Follow factory and dealership repair procedures when performing warranty work. Save and tag warranty parts for storage.
Follow dealership procedures when obtaining parts.
Safety glasses to be worn at all times in designated shop areas per company policy.
Make sure to perform work in a safe manner, using personal protective equipment, as needed.
Keep shop area neat and clean and be able to account for all dealership owned tools at all times.
Keep work clothes, equipment, and stall as clean as possible.
This list is not exhaustive. Management may add other tasks/duties as they see fit.
Qualifications:QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or the equivalent.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
General mechanical skills.
Knowledge in all aspects of automotive repair and maintenance.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Able to use power tools.
Valid driver’s license and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record.
Manual dexterity.
Good judgment.
Honesty.
Cooperation.
Salary : $20