NexlintoOil Change Team Member
Company : Driven Brands
Location : Wendell, NC, 27591
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 11 February 2026
Job Description
An Oil Change Team Member plays a key role in delivering fast, friendly, and professional automotive maintenance services. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with vehicles, providing excellent customer service, and being part of a high-energy team. As an Oil Change Team Member, you will assist with essential preventative maintenance services that keep vehicles running safely and efficiently. No prior automotive experience is required — comprehensive training is provided to help you become a skilled lube technician.
The Oil Change Team Member works in a customer-focused, team-oriented environment where efficiency and service quality matter. You will perform oil changes, fluid checks, and light vehicle maintenance while ensuring customers remain comfortable in their vehicles during service. A successful Oil Change Team Member is positive, dependable, and eager to learn hands-on automotive skills. This role offers strong growth potential, with many leadership positions filled through internal promotions.
Key Responsibilities:
As an Oil Change Team Member, your daily duties include:
Draining and replacing motor oil and oil filters
Checking and topping off essential vehicle fluids
Inspecting and replacing air filters and wiper blades
Adjusting tire pressure and performing visual safety checks
Performing coolant exchanges and other light maintenance services
Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Restocking service bays and monitoring inventory levels
Providing friendly, professional customer service at all times
What You'll Love About the Role:
Paid training and skill development
Opportunities for rapid advancement
Competitive base pay plus commission opportunities
Same-day pay access through approved programs
Free oil changes as an employee benefit
Paid time off and health, vision, and dental insurance for eligible team members
Flexible scheduling options
Requirements & Qualifications:
To succeed as an Oil Change Team Member, candidates must:
Be at least 18 years old (16 in select states)
Be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Be able to move safely in and out of a shallow service pit
Stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks for extended periods
Work in varying weather conditions when necessary
Have reliable transportation
Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to learn
An Oil Change Team Member role is perfect for motivated individuals seeking hands-on work, skill development, and career growth in automotive service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Success in this role demands stamina to stand and bend for extended periods, safe maneuvering in service pits, and the capacity to lift up to 50 pounds. These physical skills ensure efficiency and safety while performing vehicle maintenance in Wendell’s environment.
This job offers comprehensive paid training and hands-on experience, laying a solid foundation for career growth. Many employees progress internally into leadership roles, making it an ideal starting point for those aiming to build a long-term career in automotive maintenance.
The position includes draining and replacing motor oil, checking fluids, inspecting air filters and wiper blades, adjusting tire pressure, and maintaining a tidy workspace. Delivering friendly customer service while ensuring vehicle safety are also core responsibilities.
Wendell’s growing automotive service demand creates moderate competition for oil change roles. Candidates with a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and reliable transportation tend to stand out in local hiring processes.
While no formal certification is mandatory, possessing a valid driver’s license and basic automotive knowledge can enhance employment chances. Local employers value dependability and readiness to master hands-on skills through company training.
Employees enjoy perks such as paid training, flexible scheduling, free oil changes, and access to health, dental, and vision insurance. The availability of same-day pay options and commission incentives further enriches the overall compensation package.
Driven Brands fosters growth by promoting from within, offering skill development programs, and encouraging team members to take on leadership roles. This culture creates clear pathways for motivated individuals to climb the automotive service ladder.
Typically, compensation ranges from $12 to $16 per hour depending on experience, with added commission opportunities boosting earnings. Benefits such as paid time off and health insurance contribute to the total value of the employment package.
This role emphasizes fast, customer-friendly oil and fluid services with no prior automotive experience needed. Unlike more technical mechanic jobs, it focuses on preventive maintenance and light vehicle checks within a team-driven, service-oriented setting.