Tire Breakdown Tech

LKQ Corp.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401k with company match

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

LKQ Corporation is seeking a Tire Breakdown Technician to perform day-to-day dismantling tasks at our on-site facility in Ohio. You will assist senior dismantlers, learn tagging and storage of parts, and follow safety guidelines to ensure a safe, efficient operation. The role requires basic mechanical experience, tool readiness, and dependable record-keeping and communication.

Qualifications

• Background in either body repair, mechanical, or previous dismantling experience.
• May be required to have own set of tools as needed to carry out duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist Dismantler/Trainer with dismantling vehicles.
• Learn and complete the system of dismantling, tagging and storing of all parts.
• Work with Engine Dismantlers as needed to learn engine dismantling.
• Comply with all safety standards and requirements to ensure a safe and hazard-free workplace.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic math skills

Basic computer skills

Oral communication

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Own tools

Job description

## Tire Breakdown TechApply: On-Site: 1312 Harrisville, OH-Rt 250AutoPart: Full time: Posted Today: R73160### Join the LKQ Family! We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the place to be. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career!Responsible for performing day-to-day activities of the Processing Department following current federal, state/provincial, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing this facility, and as may be directed by the Production Manager to assure that the automobiles are dismantled in a safe, efficient, and proper manner.**Essential Job Duties*** Assist Dismantler/Trainer with dismantling vehicles.* Learn and complete the system of dismantling, tagging and storing of all parts.* Work with Engine Dismantlers as needed to learn engine dismantling.* Comply with all safety standards and requirements to ensure a safe and hazard-free workplace.* Assume other duties as assigned.**Supervisory Responsibilities*** Not responsible for supervising employees.**Minimum Requirements****Education & Experience*** Background in either body repair, mechanical, or previous dismantling experience.* May be required to have own set of tools as needed to carry out duties.**Preferred** **Requirements*** High School Diploma/GED**Knowledge/Skills/Abilities*** Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.* Basic computer skills.* Basic messages communicated orally. May write brief messages and keep simple records.* Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures.* Follows standard procedures with no decision-making involved.* Uses guidance/guidelines provided by supervisor/manager.* Assignments/priorities provide by supervisor/manager.**Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment*** While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit for extended periods.* The employee may be exposed to hazardous situations, conditions, and equipment. Must be able to work in cramped spaces or underneath vehicles that may require getting into awkward positions. May regularly wear personal protective equipment (PPE). May be exposed to extreme temperatures and high noise levels.* Travel may be required periodically, including overnight stays (contingent on position requirements).* Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.**Benefits:*** Health/Dental/Vision Insurance* Paid Time Off* Paid Parental Leave* Fertility Coverage* 401k with Generous Company Match* Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability* Short-Term Disability* Employee Assistance Program* Tuition Reimbursement* Employee DiscountsJoin us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.