Industrial Tire Service Technician (Chicago, IL)

Yokohama TWS; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

HSA/FSA Options

401(k) with Company Match

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Volunteer & Referral Programs

Professional Development Assistance

Job summary

Yokohama TWS in Illinois is seeking a hands-on Industrial Tire Service Technician for our Interfit team in Bensenville. You will travel to customer locations in a company truck to install and service industrial tires on forklifts and material-handling equipment, while supporting operations at the local facility.

The ideal candidate is safety-focused, organized, and mechanically inclined, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience in warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, or similar environment.
• Ability to safely lift up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a truck up to 26,000 lbs. GVW and travel to customer sites.
• Mount and replace solid and pneumatic tires on forklifts and industrial equipment.
• Operate tire presses, air compressors, air tools, lift gates, and related equipment.
• Safely operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts.
• Perform daily vehicle and equipment safety inspections and report maintenance issues.
• Maintain truck inventory and assist with warehouse loading, unloading, and inventory activities.
• Follow all safety, service, and quality standards.
• Deliver dependable, professional service while working independently with minimal supervision.

Skills

Safety-focused

Mechanically inclined

Problem solving

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Independent worker

Organized

Education

HS Diploma (or equivalent)

Driver’s license

Tools

Smartphones/Tablets

Computers

GPS/Electronic maps

Job description

About Us

We are Yokohama TWS, a leading global supplier of tires and complete wheels for the agricultural, material handling, construction, motorcycles segments.

We design and manufacture tire and wheel solutions made for the future. With a combination of value, safety and ease, our solutions provide a more productive and sustainable performance our customers demand.

We pair the expertise and power of our global reach with the care and knowledge of local proximity. This brings innovation, technology and sustainability together to answer the specific needs of our customers. All while continuing to reduce our and their impact on the planet.

Our people take ownership to deliver on this promise every day.

We are a global Company with a local reach, operating in more than 50 Countries worldwide with 6.700 employees of 40 different nationalities, 14 state-of-the-art plants and 4 innovation centers. We are part of Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., a global leader in the tire industry with 860.5 billion yen in revenues (approx. 6 billion euro), over 28,000 people around the globe and with operations in more than 120 countries.

If you have an entrepreneurial mindset, enjoy taking responsibilities and getting things done in the right way, join us! We are plenty of opportunities to grow and develop in a truly dynamic and easy-going environment.

Join Yokohama TWS and put your technical, driving, and problem-solving skills to work!

Yokohama TWS is seeking a hands-on Industrial Tire Service Technician to join our Interfit team in Bensenville, IL. In this role, you’ll travel to customer locations in a company truck to install and service industrial tires on forklifts and material-handling equipment, while also supporting operations at our local facility.

What You’ll Do

• Safely operate a truck up to 26,000 lbs. GVW and travel to customer sites.
• Mount and replace solid and pneumatic tires on forklifts and industrial equipment.
• Operate tire presses, air compressors, air tools, lift gates, and related equipment.
• Safely operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts.
• Perform daily vehicle and equipment safety inspections and report maintenance issues.
• Maintain truck inventory and assist with warehouse loading, unloading, and inventory activities.
• Follow all safety, service, and quality standards.
• Deliver dependable, professional service while working independently with minimal supervision.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, safety-focused, organized, and mechanically inclined, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Experience in warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, or a similar environment
• Ability to safely lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to use smartphones, tablets, computers, and electronic/physical maps

Preferred

• Forklift and material-handling equipment experience
• Tire mounting and tire-press experience
• Knowledge of industrial tires
• Experience with warehouse or production equipment

Why Join Yokohama TWS?

You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, expertise, productivity, safety, and ownership, with opportunities to build your technical skills and grow professionally.

Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• HSA/FSA Options
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Volunteer & Referral Programs
• Professional Development Assistance

Ready for a hands‑on career where no two service calls are exactly alike? Join Yokohama TWS and make an impact every day.