Tire Technician

LKQ Corporation; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits coverage

Pension after 3 months

Permanent full-time

Employee Parts Purchasing Program

Growth opportunities

Job summary

LKQ Canada is seeking a Tire Technician to join our team in Niagara Falls. This permanent full-time role offers a starting wage of $21.50 per hour, with full benefits coverage after 3 months and a pension plan. Monday to Friday schedule and opportunities for growth are provided.

You will operate tire-related equipment, assess tires and wheels, follow safety policies, and communicate repairs to customers. Strong teamwork and ability to lift up to 50 lbs are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of automotive parts.
• Hands-on job experience.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently use the equipment for tires such as the balancer and mounting equipment.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and materials are safely handled.
• Recognize acceptable and defective tires and wheels and mark them as appropriate.
• Explain to customers when to repair or replace tires and wheels.

Skills

Knowledge of automotive parts

Hands-on job experience

Ability to work in a team

Lift 50lbs

Job description

Join the LKQ Family! We’re looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the place to be.

LKQ Canada is seeking a Tire Technician to join our team!

Starting salary at 21.50$ per hour

Why choose LKQ as your employer?

• Sustainable company with a great work environment,
• Full benefits coverage and pension plan available after 3 months,
• Permanent full-time position, Monday to Friday,
• Employee Parts Purchasing Program and several others benefits, and
• Recognition program with possibility of growing within the company.

What are your responsibilities as a Tire Technician?

• Proficiently use the required equipment for tires such as the balancer, mounting equipment other applicable equipment including maintaining such equipment,
• Ensure equipment is maintained and materials are safely handled,
• Recognize acceptable and defective tires and wheels and mark them as appropriate.
• Demonstrate the aptitude to understand when to repair or replace the tires, wheels, and other parts and clearly define all work performed to customers,
• Abide by the Company Policies such as attendance, safety, processes, teamwork, training, etc., and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What profile are we looking for?

• Knowledge of automotive parts,
• Hands-on job experience,
• Ability to work in a team, and
• Must be able to lift 50lbs without restrictions.

Job Requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Successful candidate must own complete set of tools needed to carry out duties. Must possess the ability to follow instructions and to accept constructive feedback. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with customers, co-workers, and the public. Must be a self-motivated, hard-working, and dependable person. Must be a safety conscious person. Must possess the ability to be adaptable and willing to perform duties beyond normal duties.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment: Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Is subject to intense physical labour, repetitive lifting. Must be able to lift at least 50-75 lbs.

Working Conditions: Employees are regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and occasionally exposed to extreme cold & extreme heat. The noise level is moderately loud.

LKQ Canada is an inclusive and accessible employer, committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment & selection process, and a workplace that embraces diversity & inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, veterans, newcomers & members of sexual minority groups. LKQ will work with applicants requesting accommodation during the hiring process.

Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.