Tire Retread Technician: Hands-On Tire Repair

PETES TIRE BARNS INC; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

PETES TIRE BARNS INC in South Windsor, CT is seeking a tire retread technician. The role involves inspecting tires for retread suitability and operating buffing and retreading equipment to prepare tires for vulcanization, followed by repairs and quality checks.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or equivalent, be able to read instructions, and maintain safety standards in a hot, noisy manufacturing environment. Physical endurance is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to perform physically demanding tasks and handle heavy materials.
• Must be able to read and comprehend instructions and safety guidelines.
• Experience with tire retreading or manufacturing environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect worn tires for faults and determine retread suitability.
• Operate buffing machine to remove treads according to specs.
• Build semi-raw rubber treads onto casings for vulcanization.

Skills

Physical stamina

Manual dexterity

English proficiency

Teamwork

Attention to safety

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Buffing machine

Retreading equipment

Job description

PETES TIRE BARNS INC in South Windsor, CT is seeking a tire retread technician. The role involves inspecting tires for retread suitability and operating buffing and retreading equipment to prepare tires for vulcanization, followed by repairs and quality checks.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or equivalent, be able to read instructions, and maintain safety standards in a hot, noisy manufacturing environment. Physical endurance is essential.