Road Service Technician

McGriff Tire Co., Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

McGriff Tire Co., Inc. is looking for a full-time Road Service Tech in Birmingham, Alabama. The ideal candidate must be mechanically inclined with experience in automotive repair, including skills in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting. Responsibilities include routine maintenance functions, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and more. Competitive salary starts at $17 per hour plus experience-based pay.

Qualifications

• 1 year of customer service experience preferred.
• 1 year of automotive repair experience required.
• Previous or current ASE certifications desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance functions on trailing equipment.
• Inspect and perform work on parts of trailers.
• Ensure safety inspections and document safety compliance.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Basic welding skills (Oxy/Acetylene, ARC, MIG)

DOT inspections

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Job description

Road Service Tech

• Must be mechanically inclined. Prefer experience in all phases of semi-trailer repairs such as brakes, electrical, floor repair, tires, welding, hydraulics, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, modifications work, etc. Also, experience in DOT inspections, welding, tires new and repairing, change (mount & dismount).
• Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on trailing equipment in compliance with manufacturers and company schedules.
• Access any area of the equipment to perform necessary maintenance (including: inspect and perform work in, on or under parts of trailers).
• Safely walk & stand for extended periods of time on various surfaces that may be uneven or slippery (including working outdoors in inclement weather).
• Lift objects of various shapes, sizes and weights (up to 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 75 lbs. occasionally).
• Safely walk, reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat & kneel as necessary to perform the job duties.
• Responsible for shop cleanliness, safety and compliance.
• Apply knowledge and work in accordance with DOT, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), interstate Authority, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other rules and regulations as required.
• Perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation.
• Follow McGriff policy and procedures in making all repairs.
• Participate in company training programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Prompt, daily attendance at assigned work location.
• General trailer repair and knowledge.
• Previous or current ASE certifications desired, not required.
• Basic welding skills such as Oxy/Acetylene, ARC and MIG desired.
• Must have clean MVR, Drug Test, pass DOT physical.

If interested, please apply online at www.mgrifftire.com. Application is required to be considered for this position. EOE

Job Type:

Full-time

Salary:

Base pay $17.00 + pay based on experience per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person

Requirements

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
• Automotive repair: 1 year (Required)