On-Call Tire Technician - Heavy-Duty Truck & Trailer

Border Tire; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Border Tire in Fontana, CA is hiring Tire Technicians to service truck and trailer tires. Duties include tire inspection, mounting/dismounting, balancing, and wheel work. The role involves after-hours on-call road calls and a rotating schedule.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in the commercial tire industry, strong mechanical skills, and a valid driver's license with a clean MVR. Benefits include 401(k), health and dental insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have commercial tire experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean MVR record.
• Must be a self-starter and be willing to take initiative.
• Willing and able to work without direct supervision.
• 2+ years related experience in the commercial tire industry.
• Must have strong mechanical skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspects truck/trailer tires for excessive wear, bulges, cuts, and damaged tread.
• Repair tires with minor malfunctions.
• Properly secure vehicle to lift to ensure safe operation.
• Unmount wheels from vehicles and remove them, using lug wrenches and other hand and power tools.
• Dismount and remount tires and wheels securely on the vehicle.
• Repair or replace tires on light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks.
• Install wheels and tires, balance wheels, and check for correct fit.
• Maintain inventories and tire equipment.
• Reassemble tires onto wheels.
• Prepare rims and wheel drums for reassembly by scraping, grinding, or sandblasting.
• Dispose of damaged/old tires per state regulations.
• Ensure tires function properly and comply with DoT/OSHA.
• Safely operate all tools and equipment.
• Report safety issues to management.
• Keep shop area neat and clean.
• Assist mechanics and perform other duties as directed.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Commercial tire experience

Strong mechanical skills

Self-starter

Willing to work without direct-superv.

2+ years tire industry experience

Job description

Border Tire in Fontana, CA is hiring Tire Technicians to service truck and trailer tires. Duties include tire inspection, mounting/dismounting, balancing, and wheel work. The role involves after-hours on-call road calls and a rotating schedule.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in the commercial tire industry, strong mechanical skills, and a valid driver's license with a clean MVR. Benefits include 401(k), health and dental insurance, and paid time off.