Tire Technician

Tire Technician C (I)

Transdev in Englewood, CO is seeking a C-Level Tire Technician to bolster our team. This role demands expertise in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines across various vehicles and equipment. As a Diesel Mechanic, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring safety, efficiency, and longevity for our vehicles.

Application Deadline: August 31, 2026, or until the position has been filled.

OVERVIEW

The main role of the Tire Tech is to properly ensure that the shop is fully stocked with mounted and ready tires and wheels at all times. The Tire Tech is responsible for the daily usage, inventory tracking and inspection of tires and rims on buses and replacement when needed. Conducting daily inventory of tires and reporting it to Parts is vital in the success of inventory management and accuracy. Maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Transdev is proud to offer, CBA Position:

Position Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement:

• $32.66 / hr

Benefits include:

• Vacation: Beginning with 80 hours per year

• Paid Sick Leave: Accruing up to 48 hours per year

• Full-time employees receive medical, dental & vision after 60 calendar days of employment life insurance, 401k retirement benefits.

• Holidays: 6 paid holidays eligible after 90 days of employment

• Company paid ASE testing and tool reimbursement

OVERVIEW

The main role of the Tire Tech is to properly ensure that the shop is fully stocked with mounted and ready tires and wheels at all times. The Tire Tech is responsible for the daily usage, inventory tracking and inspection of tires and rims on buses and replacement when needed. Conducting daily inventory of tires and reporting it to Parts is vital in the success of inventory management and accuracy. Maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Dismount all used tires.

• Mark used tires as bad, needing repair, or if a good “used” tire to be reused in the shop.

• Inspect rims to ensure they are safe, not damaged and meet the edge requirements according to specifications.

• Degrease and clean rims.

• Remove any rust and contaminants on rim surface, edge and lug nut mounting holes.

• Inspect rim holes to ensure they’re not damaged or oblong.

• Mount new tires to clean and safe rims.

• Mount “good” spare tires to rims and mark tread depth on the tie tread.

• Perform a daily tire inventory and report to the Parts Department of current count and tires needing to be ordered.

• Clean tire cage daily. Ensure the area is well organized. This includes moving out the tire racks and cleaning behind and underneath them.

• Clean off any equipment and tools in the tire cage that you use daily.

• Ensure tire lube containers are closed and free of debris before using.

• Scrub and clean the tire cage floor once a week.

• Perform a fleet walk of all buses and service vehicles on the lot and record tread depth, air pressure on tire tracking sheet. If air pressure is low, bus needs to be brought in and tire inspected and repaired. A full inspection of all bus tires must be completed every two weeks and turned into the Director of Maintenance.

• Check tires on buses in the lot and shop for any uneven tread wear, sidewall damage, rim and Lugnut condition. If defects are found, bus needs brought into shop and corrected.

• Ensure Lugnut indicators are in the correct position and secure on each tire and the Lugnuts are free of rust spots.

• Review DVIR book inside the bus and check for any indications of tire issues reported by the driver.

• Empty trash in Tire Cage.

• Respond to buses on route with a flat tire that requires replacement. Must be able to replace a tire on the road when bus is in a safe location.

• Basic impact gun, essential tools and basic toolbox will be required or obtained within the first 30 days of employment.

• Will be trained to perform wheel bearing packs on buses with Technicians once all work is completed above.

• Other duties as directed and or assigned by a Foreman, Manager or Director of Maintenance, to include and to ensure the safe operation and efficiency of the department

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.

• Must be a minimum of 19 years of age.

• Must exhibit both written and spoken communication skills.

• Must be able to work flexible hours. This includes nights, weekends and holidays if required.

• Must complete and sign the Transdev employment application in its entirety.

• An unjustified refusal to supply requested information or a falsification of information will result in the elimination of the applicant for consideration for employment.

• Must provide a complete and verifiable employment history. Employment history must be verified with all employers listed on the application and must include the past 10 years of employment, when applicable.

• You must sign a background release form.

• Subject to a DOT physical exam and DOT drug testing. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation can possibly be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• 100% of work is accomplished in an open garage facility/outdoors.

• Must be able to lift and move a minimum of 75 pounds.

• There is regular exposure to vehicle exhaust fumes, dust and dirt, parts cleaning chemicals, gas, diesel and DEF fluid, oils, anti-freeze and other chemicals found to be in a diesel repair shop.

• Must be able to work in hot and cold conditions. This includes working outside during adverse weather conditions when needed.

• Performs physical activities that require considerable use of the arms, repetitive hand-wrist motion, and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

• Must be able to obtain a Forklift certification if needed. Training provided on property.

• Must be able to obtain a “Class B” CDL License if needed. Training and testing provided on property.

The job requirements and duties outlined in this document may be subject to change to meet the needs of each property location.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io

Drug-free workplace:

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).

• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at or watch an overview video at

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

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Job Category: Maintenance / Mechanics / Parts / Utility / Materials

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 8572

Pay Group: NC3

Cost Center: 132

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at or watch an overview video.