Commercial Tire Technician

Kal Tire; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing program

RRSP matching

Paid vacation

Team member discount program

Job summary

Kal Tire in Saskatoon, SK is seeking an Industrial Tire Technician to perform tire removal, installation, and repair for Agriculture, Industrial, and OTR tires both in shop and on site.

You will operate service trucks, work with medium tires, and maintain safety and quality standards while supporting our customers with reliable tire services. Competitive hourly pay and advancement opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical ability and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Commercial Service Technician Certification (Level 1 and 2).
• Able to lift 50 lbs and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform tire removal, installation, foam fill and repair for Agriculture, Industrial and OTR tires.
• Dismount and remount tires, press tires, and reassemble wheels per SOP.
• Drive and operate service trucks to transport tools and tires to customer locations.
• Perform field repairs on punctures or minor damage to extend tire life.
• Operate heavy-duty tire servicing equipment with safety and precision.
• Uphold Health, Safety & Environment standards and hygiene.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Driver's license

Safety mindset

Tire experience

Tools

Automotive tools

Heavy equipment tools

Job description

Description

We are seeking a new Industrial Tire Technician for our Saskatoon, SK store. You will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our customers by performing Agriculture, Industrial and OTR vehicle tire removal, installation and repairs.

Key Highlights of this role

• Play a pivotal role in the day-to-day operations
• Train and learn how to conduct a tire work on off road equipment (AG, IND, OTR)
• Operate heavy equipment tools to remove old tires
• Keen willingness to learn in a fast-paced, continuously changing environment.

Why Kal Tire

• Our aim is that the career of every team member is supported by quality leadership, training, and opportunities for advancement.
• We offer a structured work schedule and pride ourselves on a supportive and safe work environment, career growth, and development.
• This position starts at $35/hr - $45 based on experience.. We offer a clear path for career advancement with wage increases along the way.
• Profit Sharing program, RRSP matching, Paid vacation.
• A team member discount program that offers discounts on tires, services and more.

Day To Day Responsibilities

• Working in the shop or in the field to perform tire removal, installation, flat proofing (foam fill) and repair services safely for Agriculture, Industrial and OTR tires. This includes removing wheel assemblies, dismounting tires, inflating and installing repaired or new tires, pressing tires and reinstalling wheel assemblies according to standard operating procedures.
• The position will involve working with medium tires and small OTR Tires.
• Drive and operate various service trucks to transport tools, equipment and tires to customer locations and perform tire work
• Perform field repairs on punctures or minor damage to extend tire life.
• Operating heavy-duty tire servicing equipment and tools, you'll conduct repairs, inspections, and calibrations with precision and adherence to safety standards.
• Your dedication to Health, Safety & Environment will be evident as you maintain compliance, report hazards, and actively contribute to maintaining hygiene standards.

Qualifications And Success

• You have a strong mechanical ability and the ability to solve problems on the spot.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Commercial Service Technician Certification (Level 1 and 2)
• Ability to excel in a physical environment and easily lift 50 lbs.
• Safety mindset, ready to wear all required PPE and follow all safety procedures.
• Automotive or tire experience is an asset.

At Kal Tire, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to succeed. We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives and skills and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Hiring Process

After the pre-selection, a member of our team will contact you and invite you to an on-site interview and a possible guided tour of the store, including the service area. In addition, as part of our standard hiring process, potential team members at the offer stage will be required to undergo a Canadian criminal record check; candidates must be legally eligible to work for any Canadian employers to be considered for this position at this time.

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Solving our customers’ automotive challenges and making a positive impact - It's how we roll, and it’s been that way since Tom Foord opened the doors to Kal Tire in 1953 in beautiful Vernon, BC. Over the years, we’ve become a trusted partner for large and small industries and fleets across Canada. Our customers rely on our expertise, our make-it-happen approach to service, and our lineup of the most trusted tire brands in over 260 retail locations coast to coast. Kal Tire is also the largest truck retreader in Canada, with 11 retread facilities across Canada and internationally, and has a state-of-the-art tire recycling facility in Chile, where 40% of the weight of scrap tires is recycled to return to mines as an alternative fuel. In addition, Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group is an international leader in mining tire service and supply, servicing more than 150 mine sites across five continents. Kal Tire offers a culture that fosters inclusion and respect. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the AODA and AMA. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment or employment process. Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements known.