Tire Technician

Tire Technician

Reports to: Store Manager (or similar position)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full-Time

POSITION SUMMARY:

Mounting and dismounting tires, flat repairs, and vehicle inspections.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform tire work (both retail and commercial). Mount and dismount, air pressure checks, balancing, tire rotation and flat repairs. Ensures lug nuts are tightened to the proper torque specifications.
• Inspect vehicles as per the VIR training expectations.
• Ensures that customer satisfaction and communication is of the utmost importance.
• Recommend safety and preventative services to our customers.
• Receiving of product into location prior to putting away.
• Review procedure, Quick Guide Parts Ordering on Treadnet
• Perform vehicle oil changes as per VIR training standards as required.
• Assist with opening and closing of store, including EOD.
• End of shift duties completed (cleaning, finishing work, manager approval).
• Ensures that customer satisfaction and communication is of the utmost importance.
• Facility maintenance and clean-up including but not limited to:
  • Sweeping, empty garbage cans
  • Assist in organization of all tire and lube shop related supplies.
  • Parking lot cleaned of debit and/or garbage.
  • Warehouse Organization to include ensuring like tires are together, inventory is faced, rows are clean and tidy and help ensure the area stays safe for operating.
  • Maintains a high level of cleanliness of your workspace including bay areas, Commercial Tire Vehicles, and customer vehicles.
• Shuttle and/or customer courtesy driver.
• Assist with phone and counter duties as needed.
• Other duties as assigned, to include but not limited: oil changes, lube shop support, alignment support.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• Sales Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Efficiency
• Customer Service
• Mechanical Skills

QUALIFICATIONS Required:

• Valid Drivers License and Insurable Driving Record.
• Minimum age requirement: 18 years
• Experience in a vehicle maintenance shop (preferred).
• High school diploma equivalent (preferred).

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, ESOP and retirement plans.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

Physical Demands:

• Standing: 80% | Walking: 70% | Sitting: 5%
• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and walking on uneven surfaces
• Frequent lifting/carrying: up to 50 lbs
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for grasping and dexterity
• Constant visual, auditory, and verbal communication required

Work Environment:

• Frequent exposure to noise, dirt, dust, mechanical vibration, fumes, and outdoor conditions
• Occasional work in extreme heat/cold or wet/humid environments
• Occasional hazards due to mechanical equipment, moving objects, and roadside work

Equipment Operated:

• Computer and keyboard
• Tire machines, compressors, air tools and hand tools
• Company-provided software and system for work orders and inventory
• Required to use protective gear (PPE)

Compliance & Acknowledgment - This position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Commercial Tire complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to perform the essential functions.