Fleet Tire Technician

Austin, Texas; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Austin is seeking a tire technician to support fleet maintenance across multiple locations. You will mount,dismount, and repair tires on a variety of vehicles and equipment, read technical manuals, and maintain safe work practices.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and six months of related experience; experience with heavy equipment and wheels is preferred. CTS certification within six months of hire is encouraged, and travel between locations may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus six months of related experience.
• Experience may substitute education up to four years.
• Experience with commercial, medium-duty and heavy-duty tires.
• Experience mounting/dismounting steel and aluminum wheels.
• Experience with retread programs and/or casing evaluation.
• Experience operating forklifts in a shop or warehouse environment.
• Experience managing inventory and shop supplies.
• TIA commercial Tire Services (CTS) certification, or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Ability to travel to multiple work locations.
• Complete City of Austin employment application with detailed job history.

Skills

Tire maintenance

Legal compliance

Safety procedures

Tire repairs

Communication

Multi-tasking

Fleet operations

Technical manuals

Interpersonal skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

CTS certification

Travel ready

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

* Knowledge of equipment, methods, and materials used in routine tire maintenance.* Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws.* Knowledge of safety procedures.* Skill in identifying necessary tire repairs.* Skill in oral and written communication.* Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.* Ability to learn Fleet operations scrapping procedures.* Ability to mount, dismount, and repair tires on a variety of vehicles and equipment.* Ability to read and comprehend technical manuals.* Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public* Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus six (6) months of experience in a related field.* Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.* Experience with commercial, medium-duty and heavy- duty tires.* Experience mounting/dismounting steel and aluminum wheels.* Experience working with heavy equipment in a shop environment.* Experience with retread programs and or casing evaluation.* Experience operating forklifts in a shop or warehouse environment.* Experience managing inventory and Shop Supplies.* TIA commercial Tire Services (CTS) certification, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.* Ability to travel to more than one work location.* **The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.*** **Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment, including all current and previous City of Austin employment.*** **The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, and specific job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Note that this information will be reviewed to identify how you meet minimum and preferred qualifications.*** **When completing the City of Austin employment application, the work experience listed must include a month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number.*** **Do not leave the \"Duties and Responsibilities\" sections blank. These will be considered incomplete applications.*** **For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications.*** **If you are selected as the top candidate, starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application.*** **When completing Supplemental Questions, please note your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the information contained in your application.*** **Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed; you will not be given the opportunity to provide additional work experience once you complete and submit your job application.*** Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) is required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization or institution. You must also provide proof of your professional licenses or certifications.* If you are selected as the top candidate for a position, we may contact your current and former employer, as well as the references listed in your application. Please be sure you have listed at least 3 references in the application with correct contact information.* If you are in the military or are a military veteran, you will need to provide a copy of the Member 4 page of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.* More than one round of interviews may be required.* Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The department reserves the right to close the posting after 7 calendar days.* Cover letters and resumes are not being accepted for this position.**Skills Assessment:**A skills assessment(s) may be required as part of the recruitment process.**90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:**When the same or an additional vacancy occurs within a department in the same job title within 90 days after the start date of the top candidate, the hiring department may offer the additional position to another top candidate from the same candidate pool, or, advertise for the new position.**Competitive Benefits**: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.**Career Growth**: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.**Competitive Benefits**: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.**Career Growth**: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.