Tire Technician

jbhunt; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Tire Technician in Houston, TX. This full-time role involves installing tires on tractors and trailers, inventory management, and upkeep of equipment and inventory. Candidates should be able to work outdoors, across various shifts, including nights and weekends, with potential overtime.

We offer a sign-on bonus and a range of benefits. Strong safety awareness and ability to work in a fast-paced maintenance environment are valued.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; ability to work outdoors and across varying shifts.
• Employees must supply basic tools; toolbox purchase program may be used.
• Experience or training (6–12 months) and ability to multitask are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install tires on tractors and trailers using company guidelines.
• Observe all Company safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.
• Keep sets of tires on hand and maintain trailer rack.
• Load bad tires into trailer for removal.
• Perform tire yard checks on equipment.
• Inspect and mark tires for serviceability or warranty.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and keep tire machines and supplied tools organized and free of defects.
• Organize and maintain daily tire inventory; keep tire inventory up to date and well stocked.
• Mount and dismount tires on rims using proper safety procedures.

Skills

Outdoor work

Tools handling

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title

Tire Technician

Department

Maintenance

Country

United States of America

State/Province

Texas

City

Houston

Full/Part Time

Full time

Job Summary

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for installing tires on tractors and trailers as well as mounting and dismounting tires. Assists with management of tire inventory including ensuring inventory is up to date, tires are well stocked, drive sets are made and the trailer rack is full. This position has the possibility to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends in addition to overtime; it requires full-time attendance.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Install tires on tractors and trailers using company guidelines
• Observe all Company safety requirements
• Perform other duties as required or assigned
• Keep sets of tires on hand and maintain trailer rack
• Load bad tires into trailer for removal
• Perform tire yard checks on equipment
• Inspect and mark tires for serviceability or warranty
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and keep tire machines and supplied tools organized and free of defects
• Organize and maintain daily tire inventory; keep tire inventory up to date and well stocked
• Mount and dismount tires on rims using proper safety procedures

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent; ability to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed.
• Basic tools are required to successfully perform this role. These tools must be supplied by the employee in most locations. Employees without their own tools may obtain them through toolbox purchase program.

Preferred Qualification

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent and 6-12 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team (no direct supervision)
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to exercise discretion
• Basic deductive reasoning skills
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient active listening skills
• Proficient organizational skills
• Proficient time management skills
• Self-motivation
• Ability to fulfill physical requirements of the job including: lifting above 50 lbs, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling
• Ability to wear appropriate work attire (protective gear/PPE)
• Ability to make time-sensitive decisions

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

$1,500 sign-on bonus available for a limited time.

Compensation

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company's bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits

• medical benefit
• dental benefit
• vision benefit
• 401(k) retirement plan
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability coverage
• paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time)
• six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave
• six paid holidays annually

Education

GED (Required), High School (Required)

Work Experience

Maintenance, Safety, Transportation/Logistics

Job Opening ID

00644811 Tire Technician (Open)

"This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions."

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.