BOOM TRUCK OPERATOR-MO (CDL 26k) Springfield, MO

Purcell Tire & Rubber Co; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Job summary

Purcell Tire & Rubber Co. is seeking skilled tire technicians to perform roadside and on-site tire services for commercial vehicles. You will identify tire sizes, inflate correctly, mount and dismount wheels, balance wheels and repair punctures while maintaining safety and customer relations.

The role requires a high school diploma, 3–5 years' experience, and a CLASS A CDL with a current DOT medical card. This is a physically demanding, field-based position with after-hours on-call expectations.

Qualifications

• Tire Industry – essential information on brands, designs, treads and safety procedures.
• Customer Service – understanding customer needs and delivering quality service.
• Mechanical – knowledge of vehicles, tools and maintenance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform roadside tire service on commercial vehicles (scheduled hours and on-call).
• Perform tire service on customer sites.
• Identify and inflate tires to correct size and ply.
• Mount/dismount wheels and balance using equipment.
• Replace valve stems and repair punctured tires.
• Maintain service vehicle and keep stocked with tire accessories.
• Uphold safety culture and professional customer relationships.

Skills

Tire industry knowledge

Customer service

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School diploma

Job description

MISSION To address the tire needs of customers in a safe, approved manner using the proper tools and proper techniques on customer property and roadside assistance calls.

• Perform roadside tire service on commercial vehicles (both scheduled hours and after hours on-call)
• Perform tire service on customer sites
• Identify and inflate tires correctly for the size and ply
• Place wheels on balancing machines to determine counterweights required to balance wheels
• Dismount wheels from trucks/equipment using lug wrenches and other hand and power tools
• Mount wheels onto trucks/equipment
• Replace valve stems and remove puncturing objects
• Repair tires that have been punctured
• Maintain service vehicle – daily inspections, oil changes, etc.
• Keep truck fully stocked with tire accessories
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with customers
• Maintain tools and related tire accessories
• Maintain a clean shop and truck to reflect the proper corporate image to the public
• Protect company assets
• Embrace Purcell’s culture of safety and perform all jobs in a safe manner
• Regular attendance in accordance with assigned schedule
• Ability to perform physical requirements as listed in job description
• Other essential and non-essential duties, as assigned by management

DESCRIPTION

MISSION To address the tire needs of customers in a safe, approved manner using the proper tools and proper techniques on customer property and roadside assistance calls.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Perform roadside tire service on commercial vehicles (both scheduled hours and after hours on-call)
• Perform tire service on customer sites
• Identify and inflate tires correctly for the size and ply
• Place wheels on balancing machines to determine counterweights required to balance wheels
• Dismount wheels from trucks/equipment using lug wrenches and other hand and power tools
• Mount wheels onto trucks/equipment
• Replace valve stems and remove puncturing objects
• Repair tires that have been punctured
• Maintain service vehicle – daily inspections, oil changes, etc.
• Keep truck fully stocked with tire accessories
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with customers
• Maintain tools and related tire accessories
• Maintain a clean shop and truck to reflect the proper corporate image to the public
• Protect company assets
• Embrace Purcell’s culture of safety and perform all jobs in a safe manner
• Regular attendance in accordance with assigned schedule
• Ability to perform physical requirements as listed in job description
• Other essential and non-essential duties, as assigned by management

DRUG TESTING

This position will operate vehicles with a GVWR greater than 26,000 pounds. Therefore, this position is regulated by the Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and is subject to drug testing for illegal drugs and marijuana/THC.

Pay And Benefits

• Total Compensation Range: $18.00 - $40.00 per hour*
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, Flex-Spending, Health Savings Account, 401(k) with company match.
• Outside Service Technicians are compensated through a combination of hourly pay, daytime service commission, and night/weekend service commission. The listed range represents an estimated total of all compensation sources, listed as an hourly rate. Variables include relevant experience, certifications, geographic location, and willingness to participate in after-hours/on-call programs.

Requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

• Minimum Education: High School
• Minimum Job-Specific Experience: 3-5 years
• Management Experience: N/A
• Driver’s License Required: CLASS A CDL + current DOT Medical card (or ability to obtain one as part of our pre-employment process paid for by Purcell Tire)
• Other Job-Specific Licenses or Certifications Required: Tire Industry Association CTS certification, vendor-provided training, DOT medical clearance, MSHA training (where applicable)

Job-Specific KSA’s

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (KSA’s)

• Tire Industry – Essential industry information including tire brands, designs, treads; proper safety and functional procedures, and relevant customer markets.
• Customer Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Mechanical — Knowledge of automotive vehicles and tools, including their repair, and maintenance.

Communication KSA’s

• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Writing & Speaking — Communicating effectively in writing and interpersonal speaking as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, and Pulling up to 100 lbs
• Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, and crouching
• Working in hot and cold temperatures, both outdoors and indoors
• Working around dust, fumes, and loud noises