OTR Tire Technician

We are seeking a new OTR Tire Technician for our Field Service Team in the Ottawa commercial store. You will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our customers by performing passenger and light truck, fleet 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 commercial tire changeover
• Progress to responding to roadside calls
• 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.
• Your initial wages start between $28.78 - $33.10 per hour with wage progression and extended group health benefits.
• Profit Sharing program, RRSP matching, Paid vacation.
• A team member discount program that offers discounts on tires, services and more.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Perform tire removal, installation, and repair services safely for commercial tires. This includes removing wheel assemblies, dismounting tires, inflating and installing repaired or new tires, and reinstalling wheel assemblies according to standard operating procedures.
• Conduct diagnostics, evaluate the reparability of damage, and choose and complete proper repair methods.
• Keen willingness to learn in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Opportunity to progress operating a Service Truck.

Qualifications and Success

• You have a strong mechanical ability and the ability to solve problems on the spot.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 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.

Our Culture of Inclusion

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.