Big Brand Tire & Service - Lake Forest - Technician Jobs in Lake Forest, CA

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Under The Hood

Is the shop heated? Air conditioned?

Yes both heat and AC

What is the size of the team I’d be working with?

Working with a team of 9

What are the shop hours and what are the shift timeframes?

M-F 8-6 Sat 8-5 Sun 9-4

What tools does the shop provide that are available for all technicians to use?

Full shop toolbox + tire machines, brake lathes, ac machine, scan tool.

What type of break room facility is provided?

2 Break rooms/fridge and filtered water - table and chairs.

How many bays does your shop have?

8 + alignment bay

How many repair orders do you average per month?

average 650-700 per month

What is your parts ordering process?

Online or VIA Phone

What is your policy on side work?

No side work allowed.

Are there any other unique features of the work environment worth noting?

Awesome location and beautiful shop with great equipment.

Do you offer any skills training or continuing education opportunities?

We offer ASE reimbursement.

Can you describe opportunities for career growth at your business?

We've had multiple team members step up to the next level, from Tire techs to mechanics - service advisors have been promoted to store managers out of this location.

Can you describe your performance review process?

Typically done every quarter for mechanics and sales staff. Review work performance what was great and what could be improved.

What type of safety training is required?

We hold monthly safety meetings.

Can you describe how Techs work with and mentor younger techs?

This center is a training hub for tire/lube techs.

How does your shop get involved with the local community?

We occasionally sponsor local sports teams in the area.

Do you do anything with local high schools or tech schools to encourage more students to enter the profession?

sponsorship with local sports teams.

Do you phone screen applicants before doing in-person interviews?

Yes. After you apply you will be contacted by a recruiter to review your work history and experience. If you are qualified for the position, the recruiter will then coordinate an interview with you and the Store Manager or District Manager.

What do your in-person interviews entail?

Your interview with the hiring manager could be conducted either in-person at a store or virtually over Google Meets. They will review your work history with you and ask you to describe your automotive skills and abilities. You can expect the interview to take approx. 30 minutes.

Do you perform background checks, drug screening, or personality tests before hiring an applicant?

Our employees are required to be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with a driving record that is insurable under the company’s auto insurance. Part of our post-offer, pre-hire process is a background check that includes a motor vehicle report (MVR).

Do you perform a skill assessment before hiring an applicant? If yes, what does it entail?

We do not perform a pre-hire skill assessment, but during the interview you will be asked in-depth questions about your skills. Once hired, your first 90 days of employment are considered an introductory period. During this period, we will evaluate your work attitude, attendance, performance and ability to work with other team members and supervisors. Likewise, during this period, you have the opportunity to determine if you are satisfied with your position and working environment.

After an in-person interview, approximately how long should I expect to wait for a rejection or an offer?

You can expect an answer on your candidacy within a week.

Approximately how long does the full hiring process take from submitting the application to the time of the hiring decision?

You can expect to receive a call within 1 day of submitting an application. Then, our dedicated recruiter will reach out to you to review your resume, and schedule an interview with the District Manager at your earliest convenience. After you have completed the interview with the District Manager, you will receive an offer or a Thank You email that same week.

Is there anything else you’d like to mention about your hiring process?

Our pre-hire onboarding process is quick and easy. You will receive your offer letter, background check authorization, and onboarding paperwork electronically to your email. It takes about an hour to complete the whole packet, and you can start working with us as soon as our HR team has confirmed it has been completed and you are cleared to start. We can help you along the way if you have questions with any particular form. The sooner the packet is completed, the sooner you can start!

Assistant Manager Pay Range: $60,000.00 - $95,000.00/year ($28.85 - $45.67/hr)

Our compensation program is based on your individual performance, as well as your store's performance. Your earning potential will be dependent on your ability to execute sales. As a manager you are also eligible to receive a monthly manager bonus depending on your store's performance and if monthly goals and targets were met. While there is no maximum amount you can earn in sales commission and monthly manager bonuses, the average effective hourly pay rate ranges between $28.00 to $45.00 per hour, which includes hourly rate, sales commission, monthly manager bonus, and overtime.

Store Manager Pay Range: $75,000.00 - $140,000.00/year ($36.06 - $67.31/hr)

Our compensation program is based on your individual performance, as well as your store's performance. Your earning potential will be dependent on your ability to execute sales. As a manager you are also eligible to receive a monthly manager bonus depending on your store's performance and if monthly goals and targets were met. While there is no maximum amount you can earn in sales commission and monthly manager bonuses, the average effective hourly pay rate ranges between $36.00 to $67.00 per hour, which includes hourly rate, sales commission, monthly manager bonus, and overtime.

Manager in Training Pay Range: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00/year ($26.44 - $31.25/hr)

Our compensation program is based on your individual performance. While you are in the Manager in Training program, your earning potential will be dependent on your ability to execute sales. While there is no maximum amount you can earn in sales commission the average effective hourly pay rate ranges between $20.00 to $31.00 per hour, which includes hourly rate, sales commission, and overtime.

Tire and Lube Technician Pay Range: $17.50 - $20.00/hour

Our compensation program is based on performance. Your earning potential will be dependent on your ability to perform preventative maintenance, not limited to tires and oil changes. While there is no limit to the amount you can earn in commission, the average effective hourly pay rate ranges between $17.50 to $20.00 per hour, which includes hourly rate, plus your commission, and overtime.

General Service Technician Pay Range: $18.00 - $25.00/hour

Our compensation program is based on performance. Your earning potential will be dependent on your ability to perform preventative maintenance and light mechanical, not limited to tires, oil changes, alignments, brakes, and suspension. While there is no limit to the amount you can earn in commission, the average effective hourly pay rate ranges between $18 to $25.00 per hour, which includes hourly rate, plus your commission, and overtime.

Mechanic/Technician Pay Range: $31.00 - $45.00/hour

Our compensation program is based on performance. Your earning potential will be dependent on your ability to perform mechanical services and repairs, not limited to front end mechanical, diagnosing, fluid exchanges, and drivability. While there is no limit to the amount you can earn in commission, the average effective hourly pay rate ranges between $31 to $45 per hour, which includes hourly rate, plus 10% labor commission, and overtime.

Driver Pay Range: $14.42 - $15.00/hour

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Health Insurance Offered
The company offers health insurance coverage to all full-time team members through Anthem Blue Cross. There are 3 PPO plans to choose from. Our core plan includes an HRA and the company funds $1200 per employee to go towards the deductible ($2400 for family!)
Dental Insurance Offered
Dental insurance is offered through Anthem Blue Cross.
Vision Insurance Offered
Vision insurance is offered through Anthem Blue Cross.
Retirement Plan Offered
The 401k is provided by American Funds. There is an automatic enrollment feature at 3% after 6 months employment. The company matches 25% of your contribution (no limit!)
Sick Leave Offered
All team members earn 1 hour of sick pay per 30 hours worked. Use limits are subject to state/local requirements and are generally between 40-48 hours per year.
Vacation Offered
Full time team members begin earning vacation after 6 months employment. They can accrue up to 40 hours in the first and second year of employment and 80 hours of vacation after completing 2 years.
Paid Holidays Offered
Full time team members are eligible for holiday pay after 6 months’ employment. The company has 6 paid holidays per year.
ST / LT Disability Offered
The company offer short term disability as a voluntary benefit to full time team members employed outside of California
Life Insurance Offered
The company offers company-paid group life insurance to all full-time team members, there is also additional life insurance you can purchase as a voluntary benefit.
Uniforms Offered
The company provides uniforms for all service center team members.
Other Offered
Team member discount programs Tuition reimbursement assistance

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We're proud to celebrate our class of future operational leaders! Matt Eckman, COO, kicks off this two month comprehensive, hands-on training—both in-market and in the classroom—with talented individuals ready to take on future district leadership roles. Their dedication and passion for delivering on our promise of being the best tire and automotive service provider is inspiring. Excited to see them drive our business forward! 🚀 hashtag#LeadershipDevelopment hashtag#BigBrandTire hashtag#FutureLeaders hashtag#AutomotiveExcellence hashtag#BigOnFast hashtag#BigOnFriendly

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Behind the scenes action during our in-store commercial. Our team-members got to star in the commercial as well!

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Behind the scenes action during our in-store commercial. Our team-members got to star in the commercial as well!

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July $1,000 Giveaway ends TODAY!

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Work hard, play hard. Can't say no to burgers, team-building, cornhole, and friendly competition. It's always a good time at Big Brand Tire.