Automotive Tire Technician

Bataviachamber; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Big O Tires in Batavia, IL is seeking an Automotive Tire Technician to service tires, perform oil changes and battery testing, and support routine automotive care.

You will mount, dismount, balance and rotate tires, perform repairs when needed, assist customers with service options, stock inventory, and maintain a clean, safe work area. Hours vary, including Saturdays, with compensation at $20.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Availability to work holidays and Saturdays, and overtime as needed.
• Reliable transportation to work.
• Willingness to learn new concepts and safely operate equipment.
• Ability to move and lift up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Mount, dismount, balance, and rotate tires.
• Perform tire repairs when appropriate.
• Provide excellent customer service and explain service options to customers.
• Perform oil changes and other maintenance; complete flushes as needed.
• Test and install batteries.
• Stock inventory and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Participate in training and follow safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Safety procedures

Reliable transportation

Willingness to learn

Tools

Tire mounting equipment

Lifts & jacks

Job description

As an Big O Tires Automotive Tire Technician, you will be responsible for servicing and performing tire related services, lubrication and flush services, and battery testing and replacement. We are looking for people-first individuals with a desire to work and grow in the automotive services industry in a fast-growing location. Business owners will be highly visible and available to all employees. Let’s grow together!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mount, dismount, balance, and rotate tires
• Perform tire repairs when appropriate
• Provide exceptional customer service, working directly with customers to explain service options and repair needs
• Performing oil changes and other types of flushes and maintenance
• Test and install batteries
• Inventory stocking
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Participate in training & follow safety procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid driver's license
• Must be at least 18+ years old
• Accountability matters
• Availability to work holidays, Saturdays, and after regular business hours as needed
• Reliable transportation to work
• Willingness to learn new concepts, use required equipment, and prepare and review service documentation
• Capability to safely operate automatic and manual transmission vehicles
• Ability to move and lift up to 75 pounds
  

You will work in a retail operation within the automotive services industry. Work with the latest equipment, tools, and lifts. Work hours will vary but generally include working a combination of weekdays and Saturdays including overtime as needed.

Compensation: $20.00 per hour

From flat tires and oil changes to rotor resurfacing and that weird clunking sound you’ve been hearing for a week, there are a lot of Big Oh Nos for your car. Luckily, Big O Tires has the Big O Yes for all of them. For over 50 years, our customers have trusted us to offer straight answers and reliable service. Big O Tires offers a wide range of diagnostic, repair and routine maintenance services, backed by one of the best national services warranties in the business.

Most Big O Tires stores are individually owned and operated by franchisees, and each franchisee makes the staffing and hiring decisions for the individual location(s). However, the Big O franchisees are always looking for new faces with experience and desire to serve Big O Tires store customers.