Tire Technician

Tire Technician

Colony Tire Corporation in Norfolk, VA, is currently seeking a full-time Tire Technician. Prior Tire Technician experience is required for this position. As a proud Employee-Owned Company, Colony Tire offers you the opportunity to be part of something bigger — where your contributions directly impact the success and growth of the business. Full benefit package offered including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) + company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), paid holidays, vacation time, company paid life insurance, and short-term disability.

Top Level Pay Based on Experience

Summary

The Tire Technician is responsible for the safe repair, replacement, and service of commercial tires on customer vehicles at Colony Tire locations, customer sites, and during roadside service calls, including along highways. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, commitment to safety, and the ability to work in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments. Additional duties may be assigned by management as business needs require.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities; include, but not limited to:

• Maintain a valid driver's license appropriate for the vehicles operated and meet applicable commercial driver qualification requirements.
• Inspect tires and wheels before and after service in accordance with established safety and quality procedures.
• Identify repairable tire conditions and perform approved repairs.
• Review work orders and communicate job details with supervisors and team members.
• Accurately document all work performed in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Safely unbolt and re-bolt wheels using hand and power tools.
• Mount and dismount tires on drop-center, semi-drop-center, and multi-piece rims.
• Properly match and assemble dual tire configurations.
• Identify correct tire specifications and inflate tires to proper size, ply, and load requirements.
• Balance wheels using balancing machines and apply required counterweights.
• Replace valve stems and remove puncturing objects from tires.
• Safely move vehicles in and out of the shop and customer locations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mechanical Knowledge: Understanding of machines, tools, and equipment used in tire service, including proper use, maintenance, and repair.
• Equipment Operation & Control: Ability to operate shop equipment and tools safely and effectively.
• Active Listening: Ability to understand instructions, ask clarifying questions, and communicate effectively.
• Operation Monitoring: Ability to observe equipment and identify potential issues or malfunctions.
• Time Management: Ability to manage time efficiently and complete tasks within expected timeframes.
• Physical Abilities:
• Flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.
• Strength to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects.
• Tool Proficiency: Ability to recognize and properly use hand tools, pneumatic tools, machine tools, jacks, hoists, and related equipment.
• Vehicle & Equipment Operation: Ability to safely operate forklifts, passenger vehicles, and commercial vehicles as required.
• Problem Solving: Ability to analyze situations, make sound decisions, and resolve issues efficiently.
• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material: Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems/defects.
• Performing General Physical Activities: Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping and handling or materials.

Work Styles

• Attention to Detail: Demonstrates thoroughness and accuracy in completing work tasks.
• Dependability: Reliable, responsible, and accountable in fulfilling job duties.
• Cooperation: Works well with others and maintains a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Independence: Capable of performing work with minimal supervision.
• Integrity: Acts ethically, treats others with respect, and upholds company values.
• Stress Tolerance: Maintains composure and effectiveness in high-pressure situations.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, and loud noise levels. Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments, with regular exposure to heat and cold. The role frequently involves working with dirty or greasy parts and in awkward positions.

The employee must regularly lift up to 100 pounds and frequently lift and/or move more than 100 pounds with assistance or equipment as appropriate. Minor workplace injuries may occur; however, adherence to established safety practices significantly reduces the risk of serious injury.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent and/or related experience is preferred but not required.

Employee Ownership & Benefits

Colony Tire Corporation is proud to be an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company. As an employee-owner, eligible team members share in the company's success through retirement benefits tied directly to company performance. In addition to ESOP participation, Colony Tire offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employees and their families, both now and in the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colony Tire Corporation / Atlantic Tire Distributors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and VEVRAA federal contractor. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable laws.

As a federal contractor, Colony Tire Corporation / Atlantic Tire Distributors takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

We also prohibit harassment of any kind and are committed to maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace.