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Entry-level Lube Tech/Technician

Job Description

ALL ROADS LEAD TO THIS OPPORTUNITY

The journey to Valvoline Instant Oil Change (VIOC) is different for everyone. Our employees are students, recent grads, parents, veterans, career changers—who have all found their way to our team. No matter where you’ve been or what you’re looking for, discover how your road leads to Valvoline.


ROLE OVERVIEW: What you’ll do to drive success

When you join us as an Entry-Level Lube Technician, your personal and professional goals will be fueled by a friendly and collaborative team environment. Together, we’ll help keep our guests safe on the road by providing top-tier customer service, while performing preventative maintenance services for their vehicles.

Your road to VIOC doesn’t require previous automotive experience. Through our award-winning training program, we’ll teach you how to:

  • Change oil
  • Check and refill fluids
  • Rotate tires
  • Test and replace batteries
  • Inspect and replace lights and wipers
  • Perform an 18-point maintenance check
  • And other preventive maintenance services


BENEFITS: What you’ll gain to fuel your goals

We’re committed to putting our people first in every way possible. That’s why we offer a variety of benefits* to help you navigate and advance a better future.

Here’s a look at some of our unique benefits:

Compensation:

  • Compensation: $15.50 per hour weekly pay.
  • Career Acceleration: Hands-on training for the potential to become a Service Center Manager within 18-24 months.
  • Debt-Free Education: 13 paid credit hours/year at WilmU, covering part-time enrollment over two semesters.
  • Life Balance: No late-night hours, holidays off, paid time-off availability, and back-up child and elder care.
  • Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision, plus prescription drug coverage with Health Savings Account contributions.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Quick, free, and confidential well-being support for all areas of life, including personal and work relationships, family, mental health, and legal issues.
  • Employee Perks: Company-provided uniforms and tools, 50% discount on VIOC automotive services, and 401(k) savings plans with a 100% match up to 5%.


QUALIFICATIONS: What you’ll need to keep moving forward

From day one, you’ll get hands-on training and support to thrive as a Lube Technician. All you need to do is bring your positive attitude, attention to detail, and passion for learning—and we’ll help you every step of the way.  

We seek team members with:

  • Schedule flexibility (Weekend availability is likely, but we ensure you don’t work late nights or holidays)
  • An eagerness to learn, a friendly attitude, and a desire to be part of a customer-focused team
  • English fluency in reading, writing, and speaking

We expect you can:

  • Stand for up to 8 hours, climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
  • Crouch, bend, twist, and work with your hands above your head
  • Be comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled environment

Wherever you are, wherever you’re going, your future starts here. Because given the opportunity and support, we know everyone has something different, meaningful, and exciting to contribute. This is your chance to join a supportive team that’s willing to go the extra mile to help you succeed in your own way. So, bring your story, bring your goals, bring yourself—bring what drives you.


*Terms and conditions apply, and benefits may differ depending on location.

Valvoline is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

The Company endeavors to make its recruitment process accessible to any and all users. Reasonable accommodations will be provided, upon request, to applicants with disabilities in order to facilitate equal opportunity throughout the recruitment and selection process. Please contact Human Resources at 1.833.VVV.Report or email ECC@valvoline.com to make a request for reasonable accommodation during any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. The contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.

1600 Bypass Rd, Winchester, KY 40391, United States
Category Service Center Team Member
Job ID P1-1682882-6

Entry-level Lube Tech/Technician

Job Location3792 Palomar Centre Dr, Lexington KY

Entry-level Lube Tech/Technician

Job Location797 Eastern Bypass, Richmond KY

Entry-level Lube Tech/Technician

Job Location2172 Nicholasville Rd, Lexington KY
A **Valvoline technician** is working on a car from beneath in the oil change pit.

Career Progression at vioc

An Exciting Road Ahead

You don’t need previous automotive experience to thrive at one of our Service Centers—our award-winning training and growth programs will keep you moving forward.

* Timeframes are average estimates and not guaranteed.

Entry-Level Lube Technician

As an Entry-Level Lube Technician, you’ll learn how to work on the automobiles and ensure the services are performed for our guests—all while adhering to our SuperPro™ procedures to the costumers’ satisfaction. You’ll also perform basic preventive maintenance, including top and bottom-side services like light/wiper checks, fluid top-offs, oil changes, and tire rotations.

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Certified Technician

Timeframe: Potentially 2 Months From Hire

As a Certified Technician, your key area of focus will be physically working on the automobiles and ensuring the services are performed while adhering to SuperPro™ procedures and to the customers' satisfaction. You’ll also perform basic preventative maintenance, including top and bottom-side services like light/wiper checks, fluid top-offs, oil changes, and tire rotations.

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Senior Technician

Timeframe: Potentially 6-10 Months From Hire

Although your key responsibilities as a Senior Technician will include physically working on the automobiles and working with customers directly, this is a lead role within the Service Center. In addition to helping train new employees, you’ll also have responsibility for opening and closing a Service Center on your own.

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Assistant Service Center Manager

Timeframe: Potentially 12-15 Months From Hire

In this role, you’ll be the right-hand to the Service Center Manager—and be responsible for taking a lead in helping build a high-performance team capable of differentiating our service experience from all other service providers. In addition to physically working on automobiles and taking care of customers, you’ll advise, train, and supervise hourly employees on SuperPro™ and other policies and procedures.

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Service Center Manager

Timeframe: Potentially 1.5-2 Years From Hire

As a Service Center Manager, you’ll be responsible for maximizing the profitability of your own store by delivering a preferred consumer experience. You’ll lead team recruiting, selection, development, and performance management, as well as ensure Environmental Health and Safety compliance for consumers and employees. You’ll also assist in building a loyal base of consumers by delivering a superior automotive experience built on trust and the utmost professionalism.

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