Tire Installer

Advance-Auto-Parts; Puerto Rico; On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Auto is seeking a Tire Installer to ensure customer satisfaction by installing, replacing, and balancing tires using standard methods and equipment. You will read training manuals and service tickets to perform tire-related tasks accurately in a fast-paced store environment.

You must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance, and be able to drive vehicles with manual or automatic transmissions. The role requires physical stamina and teamwork to maintain a clean, safe workshop.

Qualifications

• Reads training manuals and service tickets.
• Has basic knowledge about vehicles.
• Must be able to operate in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
• Ability to drive cars with manual or automatic transmissions.

Responsibilities

• Remove worn or defective tires and replace with new tires.
• Install, replace, and balance tires.
• Use tire installation and balancing equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the workshop.
• Operate workshop lifts.
• Follow company safety and dress code.

Skills

Basic vehicle knowledge

Team player

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Tire installation machines

Diagnostic tire 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