Heavy Diesel Tire Technician - Day Shift, $20-$25/hr

Leonard's Express; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

EAP and paid life insurance

Uniforms provided

Boot & tool allowance

Weekly overtime potential

Job summary

Leonard’s Express is seeking a Heavy Diesel Tire Technician in Caldwell, ID, for day shifts and full-time work. The role focuses on tire mounting, balancing, and trailer maintenance on our growing fleet. Immediate opening with competitive hourly pay.

Ideal candidates have hands-on diesel repair experience, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to obtain brake certification if needed. We offer benefits and opportunities to advance within a family‑owned company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school (A/B) or BOCES experience preferred, or hands-on diesel equipment repair experience.
• Brake certification (we can provide) and valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to learn shop procedures and technical information.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily yard checks and build a worklist.
• Inspect tire tread, wear patterns, valves, and overall tire condition.
• Dismount, mount, and repair mismatched or damaged tires.
• Perform match mounting, match mating dual assemblies, and radial runout checks.
• Complete most daily work in the yard using the company service truck.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Tire mounting

Tire balancing

Proactive

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school/BOCES experience preferred

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Leonard’s Express is seeking a Heavy Diesel Tire Technician in Caldwell, ID, for day shifts and full-time work. The role focuses on tire mounting, balancing, and trailer maintenance on our growing fleet. Immediate opening with competitive hourly pay.

Ideal candidates have hands-on diesel repair experience, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to obtain brake certification if needed. We offer benefits and opportunities to advance within a family‑owned company.