6 templates covering quick-lube, independent shop, dealership, entry-level, fleet, and oil-change roles, with the FLSA overtime and used-oil compliance the generic templates skip. Download as DOCX.
A lube technician performs oil changes and routine maintenance, draining and refilling oil, replacing filters, checking fluids, rotating tires, and inspecting vehicles, usually in a fast-paced quick-lube or oil-change shop. It is an entry-level automotive role, and the right job description depends on the setting, since an independent shop, a dealership service department, and a fleet operation each frame it a little differently.
These six templates cover the range: a standard quick-lube technician, an independent-shop version for owners without HR, a dealership tire-and-lube role, an entry-level no-experience version, a fleet and commercial role, and the same job under the oil-change-technician title. Each is ready to use, with the FLSA overtime and used-oil compliance most templates skip. For the fundamentals behind any posting, the guide to writing a job description is a useful companion.
TL;DR
A lube technician does oil changes and routine maintenance in a quick-lube or service shop. The role is hourly and non-exempt: lube techs earn overtime, and the automotive dealer exemption does not cover them. The closest federal occupation reports a median of $49,670, with lube techs typically lower. Download six templates by setting, including an independent-shop version with the compliance built in.
What a Lube Technician Does
A lube technician keeps vehicles running with fast, routine maintenance: oil and filter changes, fluid checks and top-offs, tire rotations, chassis lubrication, and visual inspections. The work is hands-on and customer-facing, usually in a quick-lube bay or a service department, and it is a common entry point into an automotive service career.
The closest federal occupation is 49-3023 Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics, with lube tech as the most junior subclass. The same role is often posted as oil change technician or oil technician. A separate, unrelated role, the industrial lubrication technician who services plant machinery, shares the word lube but is a different occupation entirely.
Lube Technician Duties and Responsibilities
Lube technician duties cluster into four areas: oil and fluids, filters and tires, inspection and records, and safety and waste. A strong job description picks the responsibilities from each area that match your shop and pace, rather than listing every possible task.
Oil and fluids
Drain oil and replace oil filters
Check and top off fluids to spec
Refill to manufacturer specifications
Filters and tires
Replace air, cabin, and fuel filters
Rotate tires and check pressure
Lubricate chassis and moving parts
Inspection and records
Perform visual and multi-point inspections
Note and communicate needed service
Record service accurately
Safety and waste
Handle and store used oil properly
Follow pit and shop safety procedures
Wear required PPE at all times
At a quick-lube shop the pace and volume lead; at a dealership, tire work and repair-order documentation are added. For a structured way to scope the role, the guide to defining job responsibilities walks through the process.
Which Template Should You Use?
Pick the template by setting. The core structure is the same across all six, but each one emphasizes the duties, pace, and requirements that fit a specific kind of shop, including an independent-shop version no competitor offers.
Quick-Lube / Oil-Change
Standard W-2
The base version: oil and filter changes, fluid checks, tire rotation, and pit safety for a quick-lube or oil-change shop.
Independent Shop (No HR)
Owner-operated
For a locally owned shop of 5 to 15 people: plain-language, do-everything framing with compliance built in. The SMB version.
Dealership Service Dept
Tire & Lube
For a dealership service department: tire mounting and rotation plus lube, repair-order docs, and service-advisor coordination.
Entry-Level / No Experience
Train from scratch
For hiring with no experience needed: paid on-the-job training and a clear path to technician and ASE certification.
Fleet / Commercial
Medium / heavy-duty
For fleet and truck shops: preventive maintenance on heavy-duty vehicles, PM schedules, and DOT-aware inspections.
Oil Change Technician
Synonym title
The same role under the oil-change-technician title, for shops that post it that way. Fast, accurate service in a busy bay.
Match the Template to the Shop
Quick-lube or oil-change bay? Quick-Lube / Oil-Change. Locally owned shop without HR? Independent Shop. Dealership service department? Dealership Tire & Lube. Hiring with no experience? Entry-Level. Servicing a fleet of trucks? Fleet / Commercial. Posting under the oil-change title? Oil Change Technician. All six are non-exempt and overtime-eligible.
6 Lube Technician Job Description Templates
Download all six as a single Word document or copy individual templates. Each follows the same structure: company and job summary, key responsibilities, qualifications, physical requirements, and how to apply, with an EEO statement. Fill in the brackets and post.
Download All 6 Job Description Templates
Quick-lube, independent shop, dealership, entry-level, fleet, and oil change. All in one DOCX.
The base version: oil and filter changes, fluid checks, tire rotation, and pit safety for a quick-lube or oil-change shop. Start here for a standard hire.
[One or two sentences about your shop and the team the technician will join. Note
shift, weekend, and bay setup, and whether the role moves customer vehicles.]
JOB SUMMARY
[Company Name] is hiring a Lube Technician to perform fast, accurate oil changes and
routine vehicle maintenance. You will drain and refill oil, replace filters, check and
top off fluids, rotate tires, and inspect vehicles, all to our quality and safety
standards. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role in a fast-paced shop.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
•Drain oil, replace oil filters, and refill to spec
•Check and top off fluids: coolant, transmission, washer
•Replace air, cabin, and fuel filters as needed
•Rotate tires and check tire pressure and tread
•Lubricate chassis and moving parts
•Perform visual inspections and note needed service
•Record service accurately and handle used oil properly
•Keep the bay clean and follow shop safety procedures
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
•High school diploma or equivalent preferred, not always required
•Valid driver's license to move customer vehicles
•Mechanically inclined and quick to learn
•Reliable, detail-oriented, and team-focused
•Able to follow safety and quality procedures
•[ASE certification a plus; employer-paid testing available]
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
•Lift up to [50] lbs and stand or walk for full shifts
•Work in and around a service pit and under vehicles
•Wear required PPE: gloves, eye protection
•Tolerate shop conditions: fumes, fluids, weather near bays
COMPENSATION AND HOW TO APPLY
Pay range: $_ to $_ per hour, overtime over 40 hours a week
To apply, send your resume to __ by _.
[Company Name] is an equal opportunity employer.
Template 2: Lube Technician (Independent Shop, No HR)
For a locally owned shop of 5 to 15 people: plain-language, do-everything framing with compliance built in. The realistic version for an owner-operated business.
Lube Technician Job Description (Independent Shop, No HR)
LUBE TECHNICIAN JOB DESCRIPTION (INDEPENDENT SHOP, NO HR)
Shop: __
Location: __ ([City, State])
Reports to: Owner
Employment type: [ ] Full-time [ ] Part-time
FLSA status: Non-exempt (overtime-eligible)
Pay range: $_ to $_ per hour
JOB SUMMARY
[Shop Name] is a locally owned oil-change and maintenance shop hiring a Lube
Technician. We are a small team, so you will do a bit of everything: oil and filter
changes, fluid checks, tire rotations, inspections, and keeping the shop running and
clean. We will train you on our process. We value reliable, honest people who take
pride in doing the job right.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
•Perform oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid checks
•Rotate tires and complete basic maintenance
•Inspect vehicles and recommend needed service honestly
•Move customer vehicles safely in and out of bays
•Handle and store used oil per shop and disposal procedures
•Keep the shop, tools, and bays clean and organized
•Provide friendly, straightforward customer service
•Follow safety procedures and wear PPE
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
•Valid driver's license
•Reliable, honest, and willing to learn
•Mechanically inclined; experience a plus, not required
•Able to work as part of a small team
•Comfortable with a hands-on, physical role
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
•Lift up to [50] lbs and stand for full shifts
•Work in and around a service pit and under vehicles
•Wear PPE and tolerate fluids, fumes, and shop conditions
COMPENSATION AND HOW TO APPLY
Pay range: $_ to $_ per hour, overtime over 40 hours a week
To apply, stop by [address] or send your resume to __.
[Shop Name] is an equal opportunity employer.
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Template 3: Tire & Lube Technician (Dealership Service Dept)
For a dealership service department: tire mounting and rotation plus lube, repair-order documentation, and service-advisor coordination. Use this for a dealership.
Tire & Lube Technician Job Description (Dealership Service Dept)
TIRE & LUBE TECHNICIAN JOB DESCRIPTION (DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT)
Dealership: __
Location: __ ([City, State])
Reports to: __ (Service Manager / Shop Foreman)
Employment type: Full-time
FLSA status: Non-exempt (overtime-eligible)
Pay range: $_ to $_ per hour
JOB SUMMARY
[Dealership Name] is hiring a Tire & Lube Technician for our service department. You
will handle oil changes, tire rotations and mounting, fluid services, and multi-point
inspections, working from repair orders and coordinating with service advisors. This
is an entry point into a dealership service career with a path toward ASE and higher
roles.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
•Perform oil changes, fluid services, and filter replacements
•Mount, balance, and rotate tires
•Complete multi-point inspections and document findings
•Work from repair orders and update service advisors
•Note recommended repairs for advisor follow-up
•Maintain accurate service records
•Handle used oil and shop waste properly
•Follow dealership and manufacturer procedures
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
•High school diploma or equivalent
•Valid driver's license; clean motor vehicle record preferred
•Some shop or automotive experience preferred
•Able to follow repair-order and inspection procedures
•[ASE certification or pathway a plus]
•Customer-service mindset
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
•Lift up to [50] lbs and stand or walk for full shifts
•Work under vehicles and on lifts
•Wear required PPE and follow shop safety rules
COMPENSATION AND HOW TO APPLY
Pay range: $_ to $_ per hour, overtime over 40 hours a week
To apply, send your resume to __ by _.
[Dealership Name] is an equal opportunity employer.
Template 4: Entry-Level Lube Technician (No Experience)
For hiring with no experience needed: paid on-the-job training and a clear path to technician and ASE certification. Use this to widen your candidate pool.
Entry-Level Lube Technician Job Description (No Experience)
ENTRY-LEVEL LUBE TECHNICIAN JOB DESCRIPTION (NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED)
Company: __
Location: __ ([City, State])
Reports to: Shop Manager
Employment type: [ ] Full-time [ ] Part-time
FLSA status: Non-exempt (overtime-eligible)
Pay range: $_ to $_ per hour
JOB SUMMARY
[Company Name] is hiring an Entry-Level Lube Technician. No experience required, we
will train you. If you are reliable, willing to learn, and good with your hands, this
is a great way to start a career in automotive service. You will learn oil changes,
fluid checks, tire rotations, and vehicle inspections through paid on-the-job training,
with a clear path to technician and ASE certification.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
•Learn and perform oil and filter changes
•Check and top off fluids under guidance
•Assist with tire rotations and inspections
•Follow checklists and shop safety procedures
•Keep the bay and tools clean and organized
•Move customer vehicles safely once trained
•Handle used oil per shop procedures
•Build skills toward full technician duties
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
•No experience required; paid training provided
•Valid driver's license
•Reliable, punctual, and eager to learn
•Mechanically curious and detail-oriented
•Able to follow instructions and safety rules
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
•Lift up to [50] lbs and stand for full shifts
•Work in and around a service pit and under vehicles
•Wear PPE and tolerate shop conditions
COMPENSATION AND GROWTH
Pay range: $_ to $_ per hour, overtime over 40 hours a week
Growth: paid training and a clear path to technician and ASE certification
To apply, send your resume to __ by _.
[Company Name] is an equal opportunity employer.
Template 5: Fleet / Commercial Lube Technician
For fleet and truck shops: preventive maintenance on medium and heavy-duty vehicles, PM schedules, and DOT-aware inspections. Use this for fleet service.
The same role under the oil-change-technician title, for shops that post it that way. Fast, accurate oil changes and basic maintenance in a busy bay.
Oil Change Technician Job Description
OIL CHANGE TECHNICIAN JOB DESCRIPTION
Company: __
Location: __ ([City, State])
Reports to: Shop Manager
Employment type: [ ] Full-time [ ] Part-time
FLSA status: Non-exempt (overtime-eligible)
Pay range: $_ to $_ per hour
JOB SUMMARY
[Company Name] is hiring an Oil Change Technician to deliver quick, accurate oil
changes and basic maintenance with great customer service. Some shops list this role
as Oil Technician or Lube Technician; the work is the same: oil and filter changes,
fluid checks, and routine service in a fast-paced bay. We will train you on our
process and standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
•Perform oil changes and replace oil filters
•Check and top off fluids and replace filters
•Rotate tires and check tire condition
•Inspect vehicles and communicate findings to customers
•Record service accurately and process used oil correctly
•Maintain a clean, safe bay
•Move customer vehicles safely
•Meet speed and quality targets
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
•High school diploma or equivalent preferred
•Valid driver's license
•Reliable, friendly, and detail-oriented
•Mechanically inclined; experience a plus, not required
•Able to follow safety and quality procedures
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
•Lift up to [50] lbs and stand for full shifts
•Work in and around a service pit and under vehicles
•Wear PPE and tolerate fluids, fumes, and shop conditions
COMPENSATION AND HOW TO APPLY
Pay range: $_ to $_ per hour, overtime over 40 hours a week
To apply, send your resume to __ by _.
[Company Name] is an equal opportunity employer.
FLSA Overtime, Used Oil, and Safety
This is the part the generic templates skip, and for a lube tech it is the part that protects your shop: the overtime rule and the dealer-exemption myth, state overtime, and used-oil handling. Getting these right avoids wage claims and environmental penalties.
Lube techs are non-exempt and owed overtime, with no dealer exemption
The single most important compliance fact, and the one no template competitor explains, is that lube technicians are non-exempt and entitled to overtime at one and a half times their regular rate for hours over 40 in a week. There is a Fair Labor Standards Act overtime exemption for salesmen, partsmen, and mechanics at car dealerships, but it does not cover lube techs for two reasons. First, an independent quick-lube shop is not a dealership, since it does not sell vehicles, so the exemption is unavailable from the start. Second, even at a dealership, the exemption generally does not reach employees doing minor maintenance like oil changes. So a lube tech earns overtime in practically every setting. Do not assume the dealer exemption applies. This is general information, not legal advice.
State overtime and used-oil rules can go beyond the federal floor
Two areas commonly trip up shops. First, state overtime: several states add daily overtime on top of the federal weekly rule. California, for example, requires overtime after eight hours in a day and double time after twelve, which matters for shops running long open-bay shifts. Always check your state's rules. Second, used oil: a shop generates used oil and filters, which are regulated. Federal rules require proper storage, labeling, and disposal through a licensed hauler, with disposal records kept for at least three years, and states like California regulate used oil more strictly as hazardous waste. Used oil must never go down a drain or onto the ground. Build both into how you schedule and how you run the back of the shop. This is general information, not legal advice.
Driving customer vehicles and shop-floor safety add real onboarding steps
Because lube techs move customer and fleet vehicles, a valid driver's license is essential and a motor vehicle record check is worth running to reduce negligent-hiring risk, even though it is not federally required for non-DOT roles. The work is also physical and hazardous: lifting up to fifty pounds, working in a pit and under vehicles, and exposure to oil, chemicals, and fumes, which calls for PPE and hazard-communication training. For a small shop without an HR department, this is where FirstHR helps: e-signature for the offer letter, motor-vehicle-record authorization, and any drug-test consent in one packet, task workflows for a shop-safety and used-oil onboarding checklist, training modules for chemical handling and PPE, and document management for licenses, ASE certificates, and used-oil pickup logs. FirstHR is an onboarding and HR platform, not shop-management or environmental-compliance software, and it does not run payroll or administer benefits, so pair it with those. Applicant tracking is coming soon.
No Dealer Exemption for Lube Techs
The FLSA exempts dealership salesmen, partsmen, and mechanics from overtime, but the Department of Labor limits it to establishments that sell vehicles, and it generally does not reach minor maintenance like oil changes. So lube techs are non-exempt and earn overtime. Used oil is regulated: store, label, and dispose of it properly and keep records for at least three years (EPA).
Lube technician requirements are modest and centered on reliability and a willingness to learn, with a driver's license as the one hard requirement for moving vehicles. Keep the bar realistic for an entry-level hire and list ASE as a plus.
Requirement
What to look for
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred, not always required
License
Valid driver's license to move customer vehicles
Experience
None required for entry-level; training provided
Certification
ASE not required; a plus, often employer-paid
Driving record
Clean MVR preferred where the role moves vehicles
Classification
Non-exempt, hourly; overtime over 40 hours a week
Keep the posting neutral and inclusive, since the EEOC prohibits job advertisements that show a preference based on a protected characteristic. For related shop roles, a mechanic or diesel mechanic template fits as the role grows.
Physical Requirements and Shop Safety
Lube technician work is physical and safety-sensitive, so the job description should state the physical demands honestly. This sets clear expectations and supports lawful, consistent hiring.
Lift up to 50 lbs
Handle oil containers, tires, and equipment; lifting around fifty pounds is standard language for the role.
Stand and move all shift
Prolonged standing, walking, bending, and working in and around a service pit and under vehicles.
Wear PPE
Gloves and eye protection are standard, with exposure to oil, fluids, fumes, and weather near open bays.
Handle fluids and waste
Work with motor oil, coolant, and transmission fluid, and follow used-oil handling and disposal procedures.
Beyond the physical demands, the role involves chemical handling and used-oil disposal, so plan for hazard-communication training, PPE, and proper waste procedures from day one, which a maintenance role shares.
Lube Technician Pay
Lube technicians are paid hourly at the entry end of the automotive range, with overtime on top. Use the federal data as the upper baseline and anchor lube-tech pay toward the lower band.
Median $49,670 for the Broader Occupation (BLS)
Automotive service technicians and mechanics, the closest federal occupation, had a median annual wage of $49,670 in May 2024, with the lowest 10 percent under $33,660 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics). Lube techs, the most junior subclass, typically fall near or below that lower band, with compensation surveys centering in the mid $30,000s to low $40,000s.
Pay varies by shop type and region, with dealership and fleet roles often paying more than quick-lube shops, and overtime adding to take-home pay. Automotive service employment is projected to grow about 4 percent through 2034, so a competitive hourly range helps a small shop attract reliable techs. Post the range as hourly and remember overtime applies.
Hiring for an Independent Shop
Most lube techs are hired by small businesses. Independent quick-lube shops, which run a large share of all oil-change locations, are typically an owner plus a handful of hourly technicians, with no HR department at all. The owner writes the job posting, screens applicants, and handles onboarding between serving customers. That is exactly the situation the independent-shop template on this page is written for: plain language, a realistic do-everything scope, and the compliance built in.
The practical reality is that a small shop owner carries the same wage-and-hour and environmental obligations as a large chain, just without a team to manage them. Getting the overtime classification and used-oil handling right from the first hire avoids expensive problems later. For broader guidance on hiring with a small team, the small business hiring guide is a useful companion, and the service technician template helps as the shop adds more skilled roles.
From Hiring to Onboarding
The job description is step one. A lube tech hire has real onboarding steps because the role is safety-sensitive and moves customer vehicles: the offer, a motor-vehicle-record check, safety and chemical-handling training, and used-oil procedures, all worth documenting before the first solo shift.
Send the offer
Confirm the role, hourly pay, non-exempt status, and start date in writing, with motor-vehicle-record and any drug-test consent to sign.
Run pre-employment checks
Verify the driver's license, run a motor vehicle record check for vehicle-moving roles, and complete any drug screening.
Train on safety and process
Cover pit safety, chemical handling and PPE, used-oil disposal, and your oil-change process before the first solo shift.
Store the records
Keep the signed offer, MVR, ASE certificates, and used-oil pickup logs organized, since disposal records are kept for years.
Once your offer is ready, the offer letter template handles the next step, and a new hire training template gives the technician a structured start. FirstHR connects the offer, motor-vehicle-record and drug-test consent, e-signatures, a shop-safety and used-oil onboarding checklist, and document management for licenses and disposal logs in one place, so a small shop can run a clean, repeatable process. FirstHR is an onboarding and HR platform, not shop-management or environmental-compliance software, and it does not run payroll or administer benefits, so connect those separately. Applicant tracking is coming soon to FirstHR.
Key Takeaways
A lube technician does oil changes and routine maintenance; the role is also posted as oil change technician or oil technician.
Use the template that matches the setting: quick-lube, independent shop, dealership, entry-level, fleet, or oil change.
Lube techs are non-exempt and earn overtime; the automotive dealer exemption does not cover them.
Several states add daily overtime, and used oil must be stored, disposed of, and logged properly, with records kept for years.
Most roles are entry-level: a driver's license and willingness to learn matter more than experience or ASE certification.
Use BLS data as a baseline: the broader occupation reports a median of $49,670, with lube techs typically lower.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a lube technician do?
A lube technician performs oil changes and routine vehicle maintenance, usually in a quick-lube or oil-change shop. Day to day, that means draining and refilling engine oil, replacing oil, air, cabin, and fuel filters, checking and topping off fluids like coolant and transmission fluid, rotating tires, lubricating chassis and moving parts, and performing visual or multi-point inspections. Lube techs also record the service performed, communicate recommended work to customers, handle used oil properly, and keep the bay clean and safe. It is an entry-level, hands-on automotive role that often serves as a starting point toward becoming a full automotive technician. The role is sometimes posted as oil change technician or oil technician, which describes the same work. This is general information, not legal advice.
Is a lube technician the same as an oil change technician?
Yes, in practice they are the same role. Employers use lube technician, oil change technician, oil technician, and lube tech interchangeably for the entry-level position that performs oil changes and routine maintenance in a quick-lube or service setting. Major job boards note that some employers list these jobs as oil technician or lube technician for the same work. There can be slight emphasis differences, an oil-change-shop posting may stress speed and volume while a dealership tire-and-lube role adds tire work, but the core duties overlap heavily. When you post the role, use the title your local candidates are most likely to search, and the templates on this page cover both framings. This is general information, not legal advice.
Is a lube technician exempt or non-exempt under the FLSA?
A lube technician is non-exempt and entitled to overtime at one and a half times their regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. People sometimes assume an automotive overtime exemption applies, but it does not for lube techs. The Fair Labor Standards Act exempts salesmen, partsmen, and mechanics at vehicle dealerships, but an independent quick-lube shop is not a dealership because it does not sell vehicles, so the exemption is unavailable. Even at a dealership, the exemption generally does not cover employees performing minor maintenance such as oil changes. As a result, lube techs are paid hourly and earn overtime in essentially every setting. Some states, including California, also add daily overtime rules. Always classify by the actual work and check your state's rules. This is general information, not legal advice.
Do lube technicians need certification or experience?
No, most lube technician roles are entry-level and require neither certification nor prior experience. Employers typically look for a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license since the role involves moving customer vehicles, and a reliable, mechanically inclined person willing to learn. Training is usually provided on the job. ASE certification is not required for an entry-level lube tech but is valued, and many shops will pay for ASE testing and use it as a pathway to higher technician roles. If you are hiring with no experience requirement, say so clearly in the posting and emphasize paid training and growth, which widens your candidate pool. The entry-level template on this page is written for exactly that approach. This is general information, not legal advice.
What are the physical requirements for a lube technician?
Lube technician work is physical and takes place in a shop environment. Typical requirements include the ability to lift up to about fifty pounds, prolonged standing and walking for full shifts, and working in and around a service pit and under vehicles, which involves bending, reaching, and maneuvering. The role requires wearing personal protective equipment such as gloves and eye protection, and tolerating exposure to motor oil, coolant, transmission fluid, fumes, and weather near open bays. Stating these requirements honestly in the job description sets clear expectations and helps candidates self-select. It also supports consistent, lawful hiring. The templates on this page include a physical-requirements section you can adjust to your shop. This is general information, not legal advice.
Do I need to run a background check or MVR for a lube technician?
It depends on the role, but a motor vehicle record check is worth considering. Because lube techs move customer and sometimes fleet vehicles, a valid driver's license is essential, and checking the motor vehicle record helps reduce negligent-hiring risk if an employee later causes an accident in a customer's car. An MVR is not federally required for non-DOT roles, but many shops and dealerships run one for service staff who drive. Some shops also use drug testing given the safety-sensitive shop-floor environment. Any background or driving check must follow the Fair Credit Reporting Act and applicable state and local rules, including disclosure and consent. Decide what applies to your shop and build it into your hiring and onboarding process. This is general information, not legal advice.
How much does a lube technician make?
Lube technicians are paid hourly, at the entry end of the automotive service range. The closest federal occupation, automotive service technicians and mechanics, had a median annual wage of $49,670 in May 2024, with the lowest 10 percent under $33,660; lube techs, as the most junior subclass, typically fall near or below that lower band. Compensation surveys tracking the lube technician title specifically tend to center in the mid $30,000s to low $40,000s a year, often around sixteen to twenty-one dollars an hour, plus overtime. Pay varies by region, shop type, and experience, and dealership and fleet roles can pay more than quick-lube shops. Benchmark to your local market and post a competitive hourly range, remembering that overtime applies. This is general information, not legal advice.
What should a lube technician job description include?
A strong lube technician job description names the setting up front, whether quick-lube, independent shop, dealership service department, or fleet, since the duties and pace differ. It should include a short company summary, a job summary that makes the hands-on nature clear, and responsibilities grouped into oil and fluids, filters and tires, inspection and records, and safety and waste. State the requirements realistically, a driver's license, willingness to learn, and ASE as a plus rather than a requirement, and include an honest physical-requirements section covering lifting, standing, and pit work. Be explicit that the role is hourly and non-exempt, since overtime applies and no dealer exemption covers it. Close with an equal opportunity statement and clear apply instructions. This is general information, not legal advice.
