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
Hampton's automotive service sector is growing, with Driven Brands actively recruiting Oil Change Team Members. Local demand is steady, but competition remains moderate due to the appealing training and advancement prospects offered, making it a promising opportunity for motivated candidates seeking hands-on automotive roles.
This role demands stamina—standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds regularly. Navigating service pits and working outdoors occasionally are common, so candidates should be physically prepared for active, hands-on maintenance work in varying weather typical of Hampton.
While no formal certifications are mandatory for entry, having a valid driver’s license and basic automotive knowledge can be advantageous. Local employers like Driven Brands appreciate candidates eager to learn, and some may favor those pursuing automotive service certifications to enhance career growth.
Driven Brands emphasizes paid training, flexible scheduling, and rapid career progression, setting it apart from other local employers. Their team members benefit from employee perks like free oil changes and same-day pay options, fostering a supportive work culture unique to the Hampton area.
Many team members advance quickly into leadership roles within Driven Brands. The company nurtures skill development with comprehensive training, making it a solid springboard for those aiming to grow into supervisory or specialized automotive technician positions.
In Hampton, Oil Change Team Members typically earn between $12 and $16 per hour, aligning closely with the national median for entry-level automotive maintenance roles. Driven Brands supplements this with commission and benefits, enhancing overall compensation competitiveness locally.
This role focuses on preventative vehicle maintenance like oil and fluid changes, air filter replacements, and tire pressure adjustments. Unlike general service crew jobs, it requires hands-on mechanical work and customer interaction, blending technical skills with friendly service.
Employers look for reliability, a positive attitude, and eagerness to learn automotive maintenance. Physical readiness to handle manual tasks and excellent customer service abilities are also prized, as these directly impact service quality and team efficiency in Hampton’s automotive sector.
Driven Brands offers a competitive hourly wage complemented by commission incentives tied to service performance. This structure rewards efficiency and quality, motivating team members to deliver outstanding maintenance while benefiting from financial upside beyond the base pay.