Tire Technician

Kal Tire; Saint John; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Kal Tire in Saint John, NB, as a tire technician and engage in a rewarding career in the automotive industry. This role involves safely handling tire repairs and installations, ensuring customer satisfaction, and providing a physically demanding but fulfilling work environment. With a clear path for advancement and competitive pay, it's an excellent opportunity for growth.

Benefits

Profit Sharing program

RRSP matching

Paid vacation

Employee discounts on tires

Extended health benefits

Qualifications

• Automotive or tire experience is an asset.
• Ability to excel in a physical environment and easily lift 50 lbs.
• Strong communication skills for exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform tire removal, installation, and repair for vehicles.
• Assist with mechanical inspections and follow safety protocols.
• Provide exceptional customer service to exceed client expectations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Mechanical ability

Education

Valid driver's license

Job description

Description

Are you ready to enter the dynamic world of automotive excellence at Kal Tire's St. John, NB store? Do you have a strong passion for the automotive industry, a knack for connecting with people, and a deep understanding of the importance of exceptional customer service? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to become a tire technician and unlock your potential for growth and success!

Key Highlights of this role:

• Handling various vehicles and tires, performing tasks like removing wheels and tires, installing, balancing, rotating, and reinstalling wheels following standard operating procedures.
• Kal Tire invests in the training, tools and equipment to keep team members safe; team members make safety a habit and an attitude.
• Take pride in the job, knowing you're keeping customers safe and their journeys smooth!
• You have room for growth here with the potential for other full-time opportunities.
  
  

Why Kal Tire?

• Our aim is that the career of every team member is supported by quality leadership, training, and opportunities for advancement.
• Structured work schedule, supportive and safe work environment, career growth and development.
• This position pays $18.46 per hour; we offer a clear path for career advancement with wage increases along the way, a Profit Sharing program, RRSP matching, and Paid vacation.
• Extended group health, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible full-time and part-time permanent employees.
• A perks program that offers employee discounts on tires, services and more.
  
  

Day To Day Responsibilities

• Safely perform tire removal, installation, and repair for passenger and light truck vehicles. Assist with mechanical inspections and services, including alignment, flush machines, and oil lube and filter service, following Kal Tire Mechanical Fundamentals training and journeyman technician sign-off.
• Contribute to a safe and environmentally responsible workplace by following all safety and environmental policies and rules and by taking an active approach to accident prevention and environmental protection.
• Continually strive to provide exceptional customer service and exceed every client’s expectations.
• Ability to excel in a physically demanding environment that includes heavy lifting and moving constantly throughout your shift.
  
  

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.
• Automotive or tire experience is an asset.
• Strong communication skills, with the desire and ability to deliver an exceptional customer service experience every time.
• Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach to problem-solving.
• Motivated, Positive attitude, respectful work environment, and work with team members in a positive atmosphere.
• Being safety conscious is of utmost importance - always wear required PPE and follow instructed work protocols.
• Clean and organize the shop area to develop a safe work environment.
  
  

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 we 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.

To be considered for this position at this time, candidates must be legally eligible to work for any Canadian employer. A Canadian Criminal Record Check may be required for certain positions as part of the final stages of the hiring process.

#jointeamkal

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 re-treader 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.