High‑Volume Tire & Hybrid Technician

Nick's Tire; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Nickstire in Cleveland, OH is hiring a Tire / Hybrid Technician. You will mount, balance, and install tires on cars, trucks, and fleets, perform TPMS service and resets, and ensure lug nuts are torqued to spec.

The role requires a valid Ohio driver's license, physical stamina, and attention to detail. Previous tire shop experience is a plus, and the shop runs at a fast pace with generous pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have physical ability to lift tires and work on your feet throughout the shift.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to follow specs.
• Valid Ohio driver's license.
• Attention to detail (TPMS, torque spec, valve stem condition).

Responsibilities

• Mount, balance, and install tires on cars, trucks, SUVs, and fleet vans.
• Perform TPMS sensor service and resets.
• Repair flats using proper plug-and-patch method (no rope plugs).
• Inspect tires for wear patterns that indicate alignment or suspension issues.
• Rotate tires and torque to spec; maintain a clean, organized workspace.

Skills

TPMS service

Attention to detail

Torque specs

Physical stamina

Tools

Tire mounting equipment

Balancing equipment

Torque wrench

Job description

The role that keeps us running. Fast hands, attention to TPMS sensors, and the discipline to torque lug nuts to spec without skipping steps. Tires are the core of this shop — the pace is real, and the pay is hourly.

What you'll do

• Mount, balance, and install tires on cars, trucks, SUVs, and fleet vans
• Perform TPMS sensor service and resets
• Repair flats using proper plug-and-patch method (no rope plugs)
• Inspect tires for wear patterns that indicate alignment or suspension issues
• Rotate tires and torque to spec
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace

What we need

• Physical ability to lift tires and work on your feet throughout the shift
• Mechanical aptitude — you follow specs, not shortcuts
• Valid Ohio driver's license
• Attention to detail (TPMS, torque spec, valve stem condition)

Nice to have

• Previous tire shop or automotive experience
• Comfort operating tire mounting and balancing equipment
• Ability to work efficiently during high-volume periods

Pay: $22.00–$25.50/hr, hourly.

Shop hours: 7 days — Mon–Sat 8AM–6PM, Sun 9AM–4PM