Tire Installer

Advance Auto Parts Inc.; Ponce (PR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Auto is hiring a Tire Installer to remove worn tires, install new ones, and provide balancing services. You will read training material, follow safety rules, and work with diagnostic equipment in a fast-paced shop environment.

The role requires basic vehicle knowledge, a valid drivers license (insurable), and the ability to operate lifts and handle maintenance tasks. A reliable team player attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• Reads and comprehends training manuals and service tickets.
• Has basic knowledge about vehicles.
• Must have a valid drivers license and vehicle insurance; able to drive manual or automatic transmissions.
• Follows safety, hygiene, and dress code guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Removes worn or defective tires and replaces them with new tires.
• Installs, replaces, and fixes tires and provides balancing services.
• Uses tire installation machines, balancing and repair equipment as needed.
• Performs tire inspections and assists with routine maintenance tasks in the workshop.
• Operates workshop lifts and maintains a clean, safe work area.

Skills

Valid drivers license

Vehicle knowledge

Tire installation

Tire balancing equipment

Team player

Safety awareness

Operate workshop lifts

Tools

Tire installation machines

Tire balancing equipment

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Job DescriptionPrimary Duties: The Tire Installer’s primary responsibility is to add value to each client’s transaction ensuring that they are satisfied with their experience buying at Western Auto and that upon leaving the store are completely satisfied with their purchase. Removes worn or defective tires and replaces them with new tires using the necessary tools and equipment.1. Reads and comprehends training manuals, service tickets, etc.2. Has basic knowledge about vehicles.3. Checks basic elements of the vehicle’s tires according to Western Auto’s methods for tire and courtesy inspections.4. Installs, replaces, and fixes tires and provides tire balancing services.5. Uses knowledge of diagnostic equipment - tire installation machines and balancing, and tire repair equipment.6. Must have a valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and the ability to drive cars with manual or automatic transmissions.7. Handles a fast-paced work environment, stress, and stressful situations in a professional manner.8. Performs maintenance tasks - sweeping/mopping the workshop floor, cleaning/maintaining the equipment, emptying the garbage bins, cleaning the parking area, etc.9. Operates the workshop lifts appropriately.10. Is competitive and has a team player’s attitude.11. Follows the company guidelines in terms of protection, safety, hygiene, and the dress code.12. Can install batteries if they are a mechanics student and a supervisor is nearby.Physical Requirements:This job requires continually standing, bending, kneeling, twisting, turning around, and lifting weights up to approximately 75 lbs. (sometimes the weight will exceed 75 lbs). Performs additional tasks as required.Tire Installer Training Requirements:1. Completes the Western Auto orientation training.Performance Expectations: Reliability, Quality, Productivity Standards.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.California Residents click below for Privacy Notice:https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/disclosures