What does an Automotive Technician do? An Automotive Technician is an employee
in training to become a Certified Technician . Technicians work alongside
Certified and Senior Technicians while they learn to perform our core oil
change services. Duties include: Servicing oil filters Servicing air filters
Grease fittings Checking and changing lights and wipers Changing oil and other
fluids Rotating tires Meeting customer needs Ensuring service center is clean
and presentable What does it take to be an Automotive Technician? Ability to
work in varying temperature conditions Ability to work quickly and with a
sense of urgency Ability to learn and follow policies and procedures Enjoy
face-to-face interaction with customers Enjoy hands-on work Ability to lift up
to 50 lbs. Have full body mobility Ability to work on your feet for extended
periods of time with your hands above your head What do you need to know to be
an Automotive Technician? We will teach you each of the technical skills you
need to know in order to perform these car care services during our on-the-job
training program. By the end of your training, you will be a Certified
Technician . At Valvoline, we strive and have a desire to promote from within.
We provide the tools and guidance to help you develop yourself to move as high
up in the organization as your desire, skills and abilities will allow.
Currently, 90% of the Market Managers, almost all of the Area Managers and 95%
of the Service Center Managers for our Valvoline Instant Oil Change business
came from an hourly store position. We are looking for people who want to
advance and stay with Valvoline for a long period of time!