Tire Installer

Western Auto Puerto Rico Inc (520); United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Auto Puerto Rico Inc (520) is seeking a Tire Installer to replace tires, balance wheels, and ensure customer satisfaction at the service bay.

The role requires basic vehicle knowledge, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to operate tire equipment with a team-focused mindset, while following safety and dress-code guidelines. The position may involve shop maintenance tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Has basic knowledge about vehicles.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and the ability to drive cars with manual or automatic transmissions.
• Is competitive and has a team player’s attitude.
• Follows the company guidelines in terms of protection, safety, hygiene, and the dress code.

Responsibilities

• Reads and comprehends training manuals, service tickets, etc.
• Installs, replaces, and fixes tires and provides tire balancing services.
• Operates the workshop lifts appropriately.
• Performs maintenance tasks - sweeping/mopping the workshop floor, cleaning/maintaining the equipment, emptying the garbage bins, cleaning the parking area, etc.

Skills

Basic vehicle knowledge

Driver's license

Team player

Manual/Automatic transmission driving

Safety compliance

Tools

Tire installation machines

Tire balancing equipment

Tire repair equipment

Job description

Job Description Primary 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.

• Reads and comprehends training manuals, service tickets, etc.
• Has basic knowledge about vehicles.
• Checks basic elements of the vehicle’s tires according to Western Auto’s methods for tire and courtesy inspections.
• Installs, replaces, and fixes tires and provides tire balancing services.
• Uses knowledge of diagnostic equipment - tire installation machines and balancing, and tire repair equipment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and the ability to drive cars with manual or automatic transmissions.
• Handles a fast-paced work environment, stress, and stressful situations in a professional manner.
• Performs maintenance tasks - sweeping/mopping the workshop floor, cleaning/maintaining the equipment, emptying the garbage bins, cleaning the parking area, etc.
• Operates the workshop lifts appropriately.
• Is competitive and has a team player’s attitude.
• Follows the company guidelines in terms of protection, safety, hygiene, and the dress code.
• 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:

• 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.

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installers and do-it-yourself customers. As of October 5, 2024, Advance operated 4,781 stores primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company also served 1,125 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands. Additional information about Advance, including employment opportunities, customer services and online shopping for parts, accessories and other offerings can be found at www.AdvanceAutoParts.com.