Tire Installer

Advance Auto Parts Inc.; Vega Baja (PR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts Inc. is seeking a Tire Installer to add value for customers by ensuring satisfaction with tire purchases and related services. You will replace worn tires with new ones using tire installation machines, balancing equipment, and diagnostic tools.

A valid driver’s license and ability to drive manual or automatic transmissions are required. The role involves physical tasks, maintaining a clean workshop, and adhering to safety, hygiene, and dress code guidelines.

Qualifications

• Reads and comprehends training manuals.
• Has basic knowledge about vehicles.
• Checks basic elements of the vehicle’s tires.
• 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.
• Maintains workshop and adheres to safety and hygiene guidelines.
• Can install batteries if a mechanics student with supervisor nearby.

Responsibilities

• Install, replace, and balance tires and provide tire balancing services.
• Read and follow training manuals and service tickets.
• Operate tire installation machines, balancing equipment, and diagnostic tools.
• Maintain workshop cleanliness and safety; lift and move tires and equipment.
• Adhere to company policies and dress code; work effectively in a team.

Skills

Basic vehicle knowledge

Team player

Customer service

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tire installation machines

Balancing equipment

Diagnostic 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.

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