Service Station Attendants
Service station attendants help customers fuel up their cars, trucks, and boats while providing excellent customer service at gas stations and service centers. You'll check fluid levels, tire pressure, and perform basic maintenance like oil changes and spark plug replacements using modern diagnostic tools and point-of-sale systems. This job teaches valuable mechanical skills, customer service, and money handling that can lead to careers in automotive repair, business management, or entrepreneurship. Many attendants work flexible schedules and enjoy the fast-paced environment where every day brings different vehicles and customers.
Did you know?
Vehicle maintenance technicians in the US must obtain ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications and continuously update their skills to keep pace with rapidly evolving automotive technology, including hybrid and electric vehicles.
At a glance
Typical average pay
$34,400 Avg/yr
Growth
Stable
Top skill
Operation and Control
Things to consider
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
The job requires physical stamina for lifting heavy parts, working in cramped spaces, and standing for extended periods, often in environments with exposure to chemicals, noise, and varying temperatures.
Strong Job Market and Growth Potential
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics projects steady demand for automotive technicians due to the large vehicle population and increasing vehicle complexity, offering good job security and advancement opportunities.
Key responsibilities
Prepare daily reports of fuel, oil, and accessory sales.
Grease and lubricate vehicles or specified units, such as springs, universal joints, or steering knuckles, using grease guns or spray lubricants.
Rotate, test, and repair or replace tires.
Provide customers with information about local roads or highways.
Check tire pressure and levels of fuel, motor oil, transmission, radiator, battery, or other fluids, adding air or fluids as required.