Tire Technician

Leonard's Express; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

EAP and paid life insurance

Uniforms provided

Boot & tool allowance

Weekly overtime potential

Job summary

Leonard’s Express is seeking a Heavy Diesel Tire Technician in Caldwell, ID, for day shifts and full-time work. The role focuses on tire mounting, balancing, and trailer maintenance on our growing fleet. Immediate opening with competitive hourly pay.

Ideal candidates have hands-on diesel repair experience, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to obtain brake certification if needed. We offer benefits and opportunities to advance within a family‑owned company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school (A/B) or BOCES experience preferred, or hands-on diesel equipment repair experience.
• Brake certification (we can provide) and valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to learn shop procedures and technical information.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily yard checks and build a worklist.
• Inspect tire tread, wear patterns, valves, and overall tire condition.
• Dismount, mount, and repair mismatched or damaged tires.
• Perform match mounting, match mating dual assemblies, and radial runout checks.
• Complete most daily work in the yard using the company service truck.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Tire mounting

Tire balancing

Proactive

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school/BOCES experience preferred

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Description

• Day Shift
• Full-Time
• $20–$25/hr

Heavy Diesel Tire Technician – Join a Team That Treats You Like Family

Caldwell, ID

• Day Shift
• Full-Time
• $20–$25/hr

Leonard’s Express is expanding our Caldwell, ID maintenance team — and we’re looking for a skilled Heavy Diesel Tire Technician to support our growing fleet. If you’re experienced with diesel truck tires, trailer maintenance, or commercial fleet repair, and want to work for a company that values your skills, this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

This is an immediate opening, and we’re ready to hire the right technician now.

What We Offer

• $20 – $25/hr based on experience
• Full-time, day shift
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• EAP and paid life insurance
• Uniforms provided
• Boot & tool allowance
• Weekly overtime potential

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Understands tire mounting, dismounting, balancing and tire health monitoring
• Takes initiative and stays proactive
• Works well with your hands and as part of a team
• Wants to grow your skills and take pride in doing the job right

What You’ll Do

• Perform daily yard checks and build a worklist
• Inspect tire tread, wear patterns, valves, and overall tire condition
• Identify repairable tires and complete appropriate repairs
• Dismount, mount, and repair mismatched or damaged tires
• Perform match mounting, match mating dual assemblies, and radial runout checks
• Complete most daily work in the yard using the company service truck
• Inflate tires to proper PSI based on load requirements
• Remove tires for off-site retreading or repair
• Perform preventative trailer maintenance inspections
• Diagnose equipment and trailer issues
• Replace trailer light cords, air lines, mud flaps, hangers, marker lights, and reflective tape
• Repair worn or damaged components
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, safe work environment
• Adhere to repair time standards and parts procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Willingness to learn shop procedures and technical information
• High school diploma or GED
• Technical school (A/B) or BOCES experience preferred — OR hands‑on experience with diesel equipment, farm equipment, construction equipment, or automotive repair
• Basic tool set
• Valid driver’s license
• Brake certification (we can provide this)

Where You’ll Work

1010 Holman Ct, Caldwell, ID 83605

About Leonard’s Express

Leonard’s Express is a family‑owned transportation company headquartered in Farmington, NY, with locations across the United States. We deliver dependable, innovative logistics solutions backed by cutting‑edge technology and a team of dedicated professionals. Whether your background is in maintenance, operations, safety, IT, customer service, or driving — there’s a place for you here.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Leonard’s Express is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other protected characteristic.