Tire Technician

Tire Maintenance Specialist

Responsible for overall tire maintenance for semi-tractor/trailer equipment

Role And Responsibilities

Removes and installs tires, which includes all aspects of repairing, replacing damaged/worn tires on tractors or trailers. Maintains and stores tire inventories. Disposes of damaged/old tire casings. Maintains and operates all tire equipment. Receives and carries out instructions. Maintains regular and predictable attendance. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to understand and comply with tire repair and replacement standards. Ability to safely and efficiently work with related tools and lifts.

Qualifications And Education Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. at a time. Manual dexterity to operate tools and lifts. The ability to handle extreme temperatures, loud and continuous noise exposure, dirt, oil and other chemicals.

Certificates, Licenses, And Registrations

Forklift Certification. Other Safety shoes (steel toe or composite) required.

Work Environment

The nature of the environment is one in which the employee may come in contact with outside weather conditions, vibration, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold or extreme heat and excessive noise levels.