Retread Tire Technician - Build & Inspect Quality Tires

Goodyear; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, vision, dental

401(k) with company matching

Life Insurance (company paid)

Vacation time & holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Goodyear is hiring for a Retread Technician to support our tire retread plants. No prior experience is required as training is provided, and you will learn the full retread process from inspection through final quality checks.

You’ll work in manufacturing, gain hands-on skills, and benefit from Goodyear’s comprehensive package including health, retirement, and tuition assistance. Join us to build a stable career with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• No prior experience required; training provided on the job.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Manufacturing/General Labor experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect tires to determine if they can be retread.
• Buff the casing to remove worn tread.
• Remove embedded objects, rust and repair the tire casing.
• Apply rubber cement or patch to the casing and install new tread.
• Assemble the tire by applying new tread.
• Cure the tire to set the retread and ensure quality.
• Perform final inspection for safety and quality.

Skills

Basic Computer Skills

General Labor

Entry Level

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Goodyear is hiring for a Retread Technician to support our tire retread plants. No prior experience is required as training is provided, and you will learn the full retread process from inspection through final quality checks.

You’ll work in manufacturing, gain hands-on skills, and benefit from Goodyear’s comprehensive package including health, retirement, and tuition assistance. Join us to build a stable career with growth opportunities.