Category: Lube Technician

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What to Expect When Starting as a Lube Technician

 Lube Tech Curt  November 13, 2023  0 Comments on What to Expect When Starting as a Lube Technician

I’ve been in the automotive industry for a few years now and even today, I still get suckered into doing oil changes and general maintenance like batteries and tires for the entire day. In fact, since it’s getting colder outside,…

How do I remove a Stripped or Rounded Off Drain Plug?

 Lube Tech Curt  November 12, 2023  0 Comments on How do I remove a Stripped or Rounded Off Drain Plug?

Whether you are a new mechanic, experienced mechanic, or someone who just likes to do their own maintenance, eventually you will run into the infamous problem of having a stripped or rounded off drain plug that you won’t be able…

what not to do as a new lube technician

What NOT to do as a New Lube Technician

 Lube Tech Curt  July 3, 2023  0 Comments on What NOT to do as a New Lube Technician

Thinking back to when I first applied for a job ad as a lube technician, I thought to myself that I might just be able to make working on cars my next and final career. Prior to that I worked…

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Battery Maintenance – How to Test and Perform Maintenance on your Car Battery

 Lube Tech Curt  January 1, 2023  0 Comments on Battery Maintenance – How to Test and Perform Maintenance on your Car Battery

Have you ever bought a new battery and after a year it needs to be replaced? Well, it can happen and although certain batteries last longer than others, being able to test and perform maintenance on your battery and prolong…

Amazon Product Review - Powerbuilt Magnetic Drain Plug Remover Tool

Amazon Product Review – Powerbuilt Magnetic Drain Plug Remover Tool

 Lube Tech Curt  December 30, 2022  0 Comments on Amazon Product Review – Powerbuilt Magnetic Drain Plug Remover Tool

So, as an aspiring lube technician I am always searching for new tools that will make my life easier. One thing that I don’t do is wear gloves. I know…. I know… you aren’t suppose to get oil on your…

A few tips for new Lube Technicians

 Lube Tech Curt  December 26, 2022  0 Comments on A few tips for new Lube Technicians

If you want to make a living working on cars, the best place for anyone to start is to get a job as a lube technician. It really doesn’t matter if you start in a shop or dealership, the biggest…

What are the essential tools needed as a Lube Technician?

 Lube Tech Curt  December 24, 2022  0 Comments on What are the essential tools needed as a Lube Technician?

In the world of mechanics, you have to have tools to succeed. I see new lube technicians come in all the time and I’ll let them use my tools for a while but I always tell them they should invest…

How to get started as a Lube Technician

 Lube Tech Curt  December 22, 2022  0 Comments on How to get started as a Lube Technician

Did you wake up one day and decide to be a lube technician? Maybe you have a desire to learn more about cars and are looking for the best place to start? Well, either way we are going to discuss…