Tire Retread Technician — Build & Inspect Quality Tires

Goodyear; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan and prescription drug

Vision and dental plans

Wellness Program

401(k) with 2% match

Life Insurance (Company Paid)

Vacation time and holidays

Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250

Ongoing training and career growth

Job summary

Goodyear is hiring a Retread Technician to support our retread plant operations in Wilkes-Barre, PA. You will participate in recapping, remolding, and extending tire life to keep fleets on the road.

The role involves inspecting tires, buffing casings, repairing and re-treading, and final quality checks. Training and advancement opportunities are provided in a team-oriented environment with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect tires to assess retread eligibility.
• Buff the casing to remove worn tread.
• Remove embedded objects, rust and repair the casing.
• Repair the casing with cement or patch before applying new tread.
• Build the tire by applying new tread.
• Cure the tire to set the retread material.
• Perform final inspection for safety and quality.

Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Goodyear is hiring a Retread Technician to support our retread plant operations in Wilkes-Barre, PA. You will participate in recapping, remolding, and extending tire life to keep fleets on the road.

The role involves inspecting tires, buffing casings, repairing and re-treading, and final quality checks. Training and advancement opportunities are provided in a team-oriented environment with competitive benefits.