Commercial Tire Technician

Description Zolman’s Best One Fleet Service Kalamazoo – Seeking a full-time Commercial Tire Technician Locally owned and operated, Zolman Tire, Inc. has serviced the automotive repair industry and tire service needs of customers throughout the Northern Indiana and Southern Michigan area since 1978. Over the years we have expanded into nine retail locations and five commercial fleet service locations. All of our locations are proud partners of Best One Tire and are Bridgestone Firestone Tire Dealers. We are seeking a qualified commercial tire technician for our location in Galesburg Michigan who values safety and teamwork. Techs will be responsible for removing, installing, rotating, balancing, and performing flat repairs on commercial and large equipment tires (in shop or at customer location). Hour's requirements are 8a-5p M-F, with willingness to work overtime as needed. If you are enthusiastic about the commercial tire and repair industry, reliable, and have a positive attitude. Benefits weekly pay employee discounts medical dental vision 401K/Match group life insurance company paid short term disability and life insurance paid holidays off paid time off free and confidential employee assistance program paid training employee uniforms TIA training opportunities company picnics/events branded attire opportunity for growth and more! Essential Functions Remove, install, rotate, balance, and perform flat repairs on commercial and large equipment tires (in shop or at customer location), performed per TIA Commercial guidelines Safely separate and reassemble tires onto wheels, using specialized equipment Inspect casings for defects Locate and seal tire punctures (patch and plug) Prepare rims and wheel drums for reassembly by scraping, grinding or sandblasting Inspect vehicles using inspection forms and report potential repairs to supervisor Perform basic maintenance and repair Drive a service truck to customer locations and road service Raise and lower vehicles safely, with hydraulic or air operated floor jacks Safely operate all shop machinery, including but not limited to safety tire cages, spreader, balancer, floor jacks or lifts, air powered tools, torque wrench and/or torque sticks Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment Safely operate all service truck machinery, including but not limited to: all shop machinery, boom and hook Read work orders thoroughly and perform all listed tasks Perform general housekeeping duties Perform other duties as assigned Position Qualifications Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. Autonomy – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Customer-Oriented – Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures Detail-Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task Problem-Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems. Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy Safety-Conscious – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety Schedule Flexibility – Employee must be flexible on scheduled hours realizing that business hours are dictated by customer needs and can run past scheduled ending times or start before scheduled beginning times. Technical Aptitude – Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information Working under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations. Exhibit our Vision, Mission and Core Values Vision: The leading and most trusted provider of tires and services in all our geographic markets. Mission: Creating raving fans Core Values: Live with integrity, character & passion Commit to the pursuit of perfection Possess a servant’s attitude Accept the urgency of accountability and the necessity of change Physical Demands / Work Environment Lifting : Frequent lifting over 50 pounds from ground to chest high. Squatting, bending, and twisting : frequent Repetitive motion Sustained vibrations Standing for extended periods of time. Read ticket and perform work listed; write confirmation and recommendation Environment : Work in environment that is not climate controlled. Temperatures range from extremely hot to extremely cold, depending on the season. Vision (Near, distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception) Sense of sound (Alarms, horns and motorized equipment) PPE : Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Safety Glasses, gloves, safety harnesses, proper footwear) Skills & Abilities Education High school graduate or general education degree (GED) Experience 1-2 years’ experience in passenger or commercial tire repair Certifications/Licenses Valid driver’s license; driving record must meet company’s insurance requirements Ability to obtain/maintain a DOT physical (for service trucks) TIA Commercial 200 Level (company will provide) Ongoing training is required per company’s standards Computer Able to operate TPMS programmers, read and write e-mails, and use software apps when applicable. Zolman Tire, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. We promote a safe work environment and follow all protocols to insure a positive, productive and healthy work experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Zolman Tire Inc