Mobile Van Technician FT

Discount-Tire; Easley (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Discount Tire in Easley, SC is seeking a Mobile Van Tire Technician to travel to customer facilities, perform air checks, tire inspections, tread depth measurements, and change/rotate/repair tires. You will also maintain the mobile unit and equipment, complete tire identification for new tires, and communicate completion times to customers with a friendly, reliable service mindset.

Normal hours are 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with local travel required.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to take Discount Tire training.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Physical ability to perform duties (standing, walking, kneeling, bending, lifting).
• Read and comprehend work orders, labels and tire numbers.

Responsibilities

• Break bead, remove/install tires, seat bead, balance assemblies.
• Rebuild TPMS sensors and install valve stems/sensors.
• Inflate tires to proper specification and torque to standards.
• Operate hydraulic jacks and move inventory for service teams.
• Provide accurate updates to customers on completion times.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Physical stamina

Reading comprehension

Good communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tire changing tools

Hydraulic jacks

Torque wrenches

Job description

Overview

Here at Discount Tire, we celebrate the spirit of our people with extraordinary pride and enthusiasm. Our business has been growing for more than 60 years and now is the best time in our history to join us. We are opening more locations every year and we are always looking for qualified individuals to join us in our growth. We are a company that promotes from within, both in our retail and corporate operations.

Working under the supervision of the Sr Assistant Manager, the Mobile Van Tire Technician will drive to customer facilities to complete airchecks, tire inspections, tread depth measurements, and to change/rotate/repair tires. This position will also be responsible for ensuring the mobile unit and equipment are maintained in proper working order.

Pay Range: $18-$22/hr based on experience

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Uses the appropriate tools, equipment and processes to break the bead, remove the tire from the wheel, install a new tire onto a wheel, and seat the bead.
• Rebuild TPMS sensors, install valve stems, install new Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors on a wheel.
• Inflate changed tires to the proper inflation as indicated on the work order.
• Balance all finished tire assemblies prior to installing them back onto the customer’s vehicle.
• Repair eligible tire injuries according to the tire repair best practices and confirming all injuries have been repaired by dunking the repaired tire.
• Torqueing all assemblies (both serviced and non-serviced) to manufacturer specifications as outlined on the work order.
• Lifting vehicles in preparation to have service provided using hydraulic jacks or low platform lifts.
• Pulling and staging inventory (tires, wheels, supplies) by the equipment to be used by the service team to change the tires.
• Unloading delivery trucks and putting inventory away in the storage racks on the ground level, in the mezzanine, or in the designated special order area.
• Complete Tire Identification Number cards for all new tires sold to the customer by Discount Tire.
• Inform the customer of when the vehicle will be completed, and validate no other items are needed..
• Completes work in a timely and accurate manner while providing exceptional customer service.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• This position requires the ability to take Discount Tire training and obtain Service Coordinator at a minimum.
• This person must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• This person must be able perform physical activities during their scheduled work shift, for example standing, walking, kneeling, bending, and lifting.
• Person must have medium dexterity in their hands to perform the duties identified above.
• This person must be capable of understanding both written and verbal instructions, possess the ability to learn, read and comprehend labels, work orders, and able to read and understand numbers on a tire.
• Must be mechanically capable of operating the standard tools, equipment, and specialty tools used at a typical store location.
• Ability to communicate across all levels of the store is necessary; must be able to clearly verbally articulate ideas.
• Ability to maintain a positive and friendly attitude is essential. Ability to motivate self and others is needed.
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure, accurately meet deadlines is essential.
• Treat others with respect and uphold company values is key.

Educational Requirements:

This position requires some high school. Diploma or GED is preferred, and additional college level courses are beneficial.

Work Days:

Normal work days are Monday through Friday.

Work Hours:

Normal work hours are 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Additional hours may be necessary.

Local Travel is required

Discount Tire provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.