Commercial Tire Technician

Best-One Tire & Service; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays & vacations

Continuing education/training

Uniform & Shoe Program

Job summary

A leading tire and service company in Owensboro, KY, is seeking a Commercial Tire Technician. The role involves tire installation, repair, and fleet inspections. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have a valid driver's license, and possess a high school diploma. Ideal candidates should have a positive attitude and experience with shop machinery. Benefits include paid holidays and ongoing training opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Positive attitude and ability to relate well with others.

Responsibilities

• Remove, install, rotate, and perform flat repairs on tires.
• Perform fleet inspections to assess tire needs.
• Safely operate all shop machinery and equipment.

Skills

Safe operation of shop machinery

Tire installation and repair

Fleet inspection capabilities

Customer service skills

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hydraulic jacks

Torque wrench

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Join our Best‑One team - now hiring a Commercial Tire Technician at our Owensboro, KY location.

Pay: Competitive; Based on Experience

Who we are:

Over the past 77 years, what started out as a single bay service station has grown into a respected tire and service company with over 285 locations in over 35 states – one of the largest independent tire companies in North America. At Best‑One, we strive to be the leading and the most trusted provider of tires and service in all of our markets with a mission for creating raving fans. And we know our success starts with our team members – our internal ravings fans.

We're looking for a Commercial Tire Technician who places an emphasis on creating results for teammates, customers, and the company.

What you get:

• Paid holidays & vacations; closed most major holidays
• Continuing education/training
• Uniform & Shoe Program
• …and being a part of a company that offers a career, not just a job!

What you will be doing as a Commercial Tire Technician:

• For tires (functions performed per TIA Commercial guidelines):
  • Remove, install, rotate, balance, and perform flat repairs on commercial and large equipment tires (in shop or at customer location)
  • Safely separate and reassemble tires onto wheels, using specialized equipment
  • Locate and seal tire punctures (patch and plug)
  • Prepare rims and wheel drums for reassembly by scraping, grinding or sandblasting
• For retreads:
  • Prepare retreads (discuss tread with customer, prepare work order, put in staging area, load on truck)
  • UnLoad retreads (unload from truck and stack in warehouse area)
• For vehicles:
  • Perform fleet inspections to assess tire needs and make recommendations to fleets as needed
• Equipment:
  • Raise and lower vehicles safely, with hydraulic or floor jacks
  • Safely operate all shop machinery, including but not limited to: safety cage, spreader, balancer, floor jacks or lifts, air powered tools, torque wrench and/or torque sticks
  • Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment

What boxes you have to check:

• At least 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Positive attitude and the ability to relate well with other employees and customers

Employer is an Equal Opportunity & Drug‑Free Employer