Automotive Lube Technician
Job description
At Vista Ford Toyota, we don’t just offer jobs — we build careers with growth. Whether you’re brand new to the automotive industry or looking to level up your skills, we provide paid training, a clear advancement path, and competitive pay starting at $18.00 per hour, depending on experience.
See where your experience can take you.
🔧 Step 1: Express / Lube Technician (Entry Level)
- Perform oil changes, tire rotations, and basic inspections
- Learn Toyota systems with hands-on training
- Advance to Apprentice Technician in as little as 6–12 months
🧰 Step 2: Apprentice Technician (Skilled Trainee)
- Train side-by-side with experienced technicians
- Access Toyota factory training + tool reimbursement programs
- Build the skills to become Certified
🏆 Step 3: Certified Technician (Professional Technician)
- Perform full Toyota service & repair work
- Earn official Toyota certifications
- Unlock advanced pay opportunities
🚀 Step 4: Master Technician / Shop Foreman (Advanced Expert)
- Lead complex diagnostics and repairs
- Mentor entry-level techs
- Earn top-tier compensation and bonuses
🧭 Step 5: Leadership Opportunities (Grow Beyond the Bay)
- Shop Foreman • Service Advisor • Service Manager • Fixed Ops Leadership
✅ Why Technicians Choose Vista Toyota:
- 💰 Starting pay $18.00–$20.00+ per hour (based on experience)
- 🧰 Tool reimbursement & tuition support
- 🏫 Paid factory training and Toyota certification
- ⏰ Flexible scheduling and PTO from day one
- 🩺 Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision & 401(k)
- 🚀 Real growth and leadership opportunities
👉 Ready to grow your career with a trusted brand? Apply today and start your journey with Vista Toyota.
What We’re Looking For:**
A reliable, team-oriented individual with a strong work ethic
Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and efficiency
Eager to learn and grow in the automotive industry
Must be at least 18 years old with a valid driver’s license
Able to pass a background check and drug screening
1+ years of experience preferred — but we’ll train the right candidate!
** Who We Are: **
Vista Ford Toyota, a Summit Automotive company, is built upon a different way of thinking. We embrace a culture that recognizes strength lies in differences, not similarities. Our associates are a team of highly energized, engaged, and diverse individuals united by our core beliefs and values. Together, we are dedicated to ** Humility, Integrity, and Passion ** , fostering professional growth and processes that deliver extraordinary customer and associate satisfaction. Our brand is about the ** Power of Yes ** – meaning that we empower our associates to provide our customers with a safe, positive, stress-free experience, whether in sales, parts, or service. We want to be known for creating a customer and associate experience that is tailored to individual and diverse needs.
Summit Automotive Partners is a privately-held automotive management group headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, with automotive dealerships throughout Colorado, New England, and Wyoming.