Lube Technician / Entry-Level Automotive Technician

Ocean Mazda West Kendall
Location: Miami, FL – West Kendall
Department: Service
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Ocean Mazda West Kendall is seeking a dependable, motivated, and quality-focused Lube Technician / Entry-Level Automotive Technician to join our Service team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with basic automotive maintenance experience who wants to continue developing their technical skills and build a career in the automotive industry.

The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, understands the importance of safety and accuracy, and is willing to learn and grow through hands-on experience and manufacturer training.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine vehicle maintenance services, including oil and filter changes.

• Perform tire rotations and inspect tire condition and pressure.

• Check and top off vehicle fluids as required.

• Inspect and replace air filters, cabin filters, bulbs, and wiper blades when authorized.

• Perform basic battery inspections and testing.

• Assist with basic maintenance and minor repairs within the technician's level of training and experience.

• Perform multi-point vehicle inspections according to dealership and manufacturer procedures.

• Identify visible maintenance or safety concerns during inspections and properly document findings.

• Communicate identified concerns to the appropriate Service Advisor or supervisor.

• Complete assigned work accurately and efficiently.

• Follow repair orders and dealership procedures.

• Properly document services performed.

• Maintain assigned work areas, tools, and equipment in a clean and organized condition.

• Properly handle and dispose of oil, filters, fluids, and other automotive materials.

• Follow dealership safety procedures and applicable environmental requirements.

• Use vehicle lifts, shop equipment, and tools safely.

• Protect customer vehicles while performing service.

• Maintain cleanliness inside customer vehicles and use appropriate vehicle protection.

• Assist other technicians and Service Department personnel when needed.

• Participate in Mazda and dealership training programs.

• Complete assigned manufacturer certifications and training requirements.

• Follow company policies, Service Department procedures, and quality standards.

• Perform other duties as assigned by Service Management.

Quality & Safety Expectations

Every vehicle must be serviced with attention to detail and safety.

Lube Technicians are expected to:

• Verify that oil drain plugs and filters are properly installed and secured.

• Confirm appropriate fluid levels before completing service.

• Properly torque wheels according to required specifications.

• Perform assigned inspections completely and accurately.

• Immediately report damaged components, unsafe conditions, or concerns to management.

• Never perform work beyond their level of training without appropriate supervision.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

• Treat every customer vehicle with care and respect.

Accuracy and quality are more important than rushing a vehicle through the shop.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Dependable and punctual.

• Mechanically inclined.

• Interested in building a long-term automotive career.

• Willing to learn and accept coaching.

• Detail-oriented and safety-conscious.

• Able to follow established processes and procedures.

• Productive while maintaining quality standards.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced Service Department.

• Professional and team-oriented.

• Motivated to develop their skills and advance to higher-level technician positions.

Qualifications

• Previous lube technician, automotive maintenance, or related experience preferred.

• Automotive technical school or vocational training is a plus.

• Franchise dealership experience is a plus.

• Mazda experience is a plus but not required.

• Basic understanding of automotive maintenance and vehicle systems.

• Ability to safely operate automotive tools and shop equipment.

• Ability to work around vehicles, lifts, fluids, tools, and other shop equipment.

• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, reach, and perform the physical requirements of the position.

• Ability to lift and move automotive parts, tires, and equipment as required.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Dependable attendance and punctuality.

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record required.

• Must be able to meet applicable pre-employment requirements.

Training & Career Development

At Ocean Mazda West Kendall, we want employees who are interested in developing their skills and growing within the organization.

Lube Technicians may have opportunities to participate in:

• Mazda manufacturer training

• Technical and safety training

• Hands-on development with experienced technicians

• Product and vehicle technology training

• Manufacturer certification programs

Employees who demonstrate strong performance, technical ability, dependability, and a commitment to learning may have opportunities to advance into Automotive Technician / Mainline Technician positions as their skills and qualifications develop.

Benefits

Ocean Mazda West Kendall offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid time off

• Employee discounts

• Mazda manufacturer training

• Technical development opportunities

• Opportunities for advancement within Ocean Automotive Group

Join Our Team

If you enjoy working on vehicles, take pride in doing the job correctly, and want an opportunity to develop your automotive career, we encourage you to apply.

Join the Ocean Mazda West Kendall Service team and build your career with Ocean Automotive Group.