Tire Technician-Night Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Vehicle Tire Technicians are responsible for maintaining the tires of the vehicle fleet as well as handling spill response duties.

Shift: 6pm-8am Sunday-Thursday

Responsibilities of Position:

• Maintain tires of fleet vehicles in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies
• Inspect fleet vehicle tires, wheels, and related components per company maintenance schedules
• Identify and replace worn/damaged tires, wheels, and related components
• Mount and dismount tires
• Perform tire-related roadside replacement
• Maintain and secure tire inventory and tire equipment to ensure safe working order
• Perform routine housekeeping duties related to tire inventory, tools, shop, and work areas
• Respond to oil spills, anti-freeze spills, miscellaneous garbage / debris spills and clean using brooms, shovels, floor dry, pressure washer / vac truck, skid steer etc.
• Assist in other areas of the vehicle maintenance shop as needed
• Maintain accurate records (time, repair orders and parts usage) on computer
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Ability to move, stack, and store wheels, tires, and other heavy components alone or with the aid of equipment
• Must be able to use torque and impact wrenches
• Attention to detail and ability to stay organized
• Familiarity with using a computer
• Ability to professionally interact with internal and external customers

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

• One year of tire service experience, specifically in heavy tandem-axle vehicle wheels and tires, preferred
• General knowledge of components of truck wheels and tires
• Good mechanical aptitude with basic knowledge of tire repair and replacement
• Must be able to obtain the Tire Industry Association (TIA) Certification if needed

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

• Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs
• Frequently working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
• Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
• Frequently stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
• Frequently climbing and/or balancing
• Occasionally sitting
• Frequently standing/walking

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or able to obtain prior to hire
• Must be at least 19 years of age
• No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years
• Must not have any DUI's or OVI's within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years
• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste
• Ability to travel between offices, as required
• Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.