Tire Technician

Tire TechnicianExpress Employment Professionals is searching for a skilled tire technician. By becoming an Express associate, you will have access to all our jobs. We are dedicated to finding you the perfect fit. Once you have applied with Express you will go through our interview process that will allow us to find out more about you, your skills, and what your ideal job would look like. We will then match you with the jobs that best fit your description. Drug screening and employment verification are required for all our associates.Job Responsibilities:Prepares tires for installation; mounts and demounts tires on rims and vehicles and fills tires to the proper air pressure.Inspects and tests tiresExamines and probes damaged, defective, or flat tires to determine the extent of damage and the feasibility of repair; and recommends the disposal of non-repairable tires.Repairs tube and tubeless tires by puncturing blisters, applying patches, replacing treads, removing nails, changing tubes, installing boots, etc.Road tests vehicles after repairs are completed.Aligns and balances wheels and tire assemblies to minimize wear on tires, and rotates wheels at prescribed mileage intervals.Performs preventative maintenance checksOperates and maintains diagnostic equipment, hand/power tools, tire changing machines, balancing equipment, and other specialized automotive tools and machinery.Practices safety methods in the operation of equipment and performance of duties.Inventories and ensures an adequate supply of tires and related parts; and requisitions/orders supplies as necessary.Will train to perform roadside assistance.Skills Needed/Qualifications:High school degree or equivalent educational experience; vocational school or trade apprenticeships a plusMust be 18 years of ageAbility to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 50 poundsMust have a valid license and clean driving recordPositive attitude and work ethicAble to work independently or as an active member of a teamGood interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of managementBenefits:Medical/dental/and vision plansHoliday Pay (6 Days Observed)401(k) Retirement Savings PlanVacation PayLife InsurancePrescription Drug ReimbursementReferral Bonuses2 ways to apply:Complete an online application at our office at (573) 443-1800Who we are:Express Employment Professionals of Columbia is a group of professionals dedicated to helping you find your next career move. The Columbia, Missouri Express office was founded in 2012 and is proud to serve our community by helping people find jobs and help local businesses find the right people for their organization. We also provide a wide array of services to our local businesses to help them with ever changing needs of their workforce. Our Columbia office is locally owned and operated and dedicated to the mission of helping people succeed. Express Employment Professionals is one of the top staffing companies in the U.S. and Canada.