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Oilstop

Entry-Level Lube Technician

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Full-timeCosta Mesa, CAOn-site$18.50 - $23.50/hr
Posted Tuesday, 9/22/2026

Opportunity Overview

Are you looking for a hands-on role where you can learn valuable skills, work with a great team, and directly control your earning potential? We are looking for entry-level team members to join us at our service center. No previous automotive or oil change experience is required—we provide fully paid, hands-on training from day one.

We pride ourselves on delivering a fast, friendly drive-thru experience for our guests. In this role, you will learn a structured 33-point service process, work active shifts outdoors with a supportive crew, and build a foundation for a long-term career. If you are dependable, enjoy staying active, and love helping people, this is the perfect place to start.

Compensation & Career Growth

We believe in rewarding hard work and skill development. This position offers a clear path to increase your hourly rate as you learn:

  • Starting Pay: $18.50 per hour.
  • Growth Potential: Earn up to $23.50 per hour within your first year through our structured, in-house certification program.
  • Advancement: We promote from within. Many of our current leaders started exactly in this position and grew their careers with us.

What Success Looks Like

On a day-to-day basis, you will:

  • Work alongside your teammates to guide guests through a seamless drive-thru service.
  • Perform oil changes and essential preventative maintenance tasks.
  • Inspect fluid levels, air filters, tire pressure, and other basic vehicle parts.
  • Communicate clearly and politely with guests to explain services and answer questions.
  • Keep the service bays clean, organized, and safe for both the team and our guests.

Over time, you will:

  • Master our signature 33-point service process.
  • Complete training modules and earn certifications to increase your technical skills and hourly pay.
  • Take on more responsibility within the shop and help train newer team members.

Position Requirements

Must-Haves:

  • A reliable, punctual approach to work and a strong sense of accountability.
  • Comfort working in an active, fast-paced outdoor environment throughout the year.
  • Physical capability to stand, bend, kneel, and move around for the duration of your shift, as well as lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Availability to work Saturdays as part of your regular weekly schedule.
  • A willingness to learn, follow safety procedures, and complete our paid training and certification program.
  • The ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with teammates and guests.
  • Ability to complete our standard pre-employment onboarding process.

Nice-to-Haves:

  • Prior experience in customer-facing roles, retail, or hospitality.
  • An interest in cars or basic mechanical work (though not required).

About Our Team

Our mission is simple: to serve people with excellence, humbly, and with a servant's heart. This principle guides how we treat our guests and how we support each other as teammates. We foster a positive, high-energy work culture where everyone is respected and given the tools they need to succeed.

Join Our Team

If you are ready to build hands-on skills, work with an encouraging team, and grow your pay rate, we want to hear from you. Please apply today to start your new career path at our Costa Mesa service center!