What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lube Technician position at Rusty Nuts Diesel LLC?
At Rusty Nuts Diesel LLC, we pride ourselves on providing reliable, honest, and high-quality maintenance and repair services to our community. From passenger cars and light trucks to diesel workhorses, we keep our local drivers and commercial fleets moving safely. We foster a hardworking, team-first environment where dependable individuals can build real technical skills and advance their automotive careers.
We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Lube Technician to join our team in Smithsburg. As a Lube Tech, you will handle routine vehicle maintenance, perform multi-point safety inspections, and maintain shop quality and safety standards. Schedule includes standard weekday shop hours, plus one required Saturday shift per month (5 hours). This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants hands-on shop experience and a path to grow into a main-shop diagnostic or diesel technician.
- Routine Maintenance Services: Perform engine oil and filter changes, fuel filter replacements, grease chassis fittings, and top off essential fluids (coolant, power steering, transmission, washer fluid).
- Multi-Point Safety Inspections: Conduct thorough digital/paper inspections on customer vehicles, checking tires, brakes, belts, hoses, wipers, and batteries.
- Tire & Wheel Service: Inspect tire wear and tread depth, adjust tire pressures, perform tire rotations, and assist with basic balancing or repairs.
- Shop & Equipment Care: Maintain clean, safe, and organized service bays, operate vehicle lifts properly, and adhere to proper waste disposal and environmental protocols.
- Communication: Accurately document services completed and clearly report any identified repair or maintenance needs to service advisors/shop management.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record (Required).
- Availability: Ability to work standard weekday hours and one 5-hour Saturday shift per month (Required).
- Work Ethic & Reliability: Strong attention to detail, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
- Physical Demands: Ability to stand, bend, stoop, and perform physical labor for extended periods, as well as lift up to 50–70 lbs safely.
- Tools: Possession of a basic personal hand tool set is a plus (shop specialized tools provided).
- Experience: Prior lube tech experience, shop experience, or automotive vocational training is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate with strong mechanical aptitude.
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay: Hourly rate with opportunity for overtime and performance bonuses.
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Consistent Schedule: Regular shop operating hours with predictable weekend shifts.
- Uniforms: Shop uniforms provided.
- Career Growth & Advancement: On-the-job mentorship, hands-on experience with gas and diesel systems, and support for certifications to advance into a full-line technician role.
- Submit your resume or summary of work experience to rustynutsdiesel@gmail.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20