Tire Technician

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Holiday pay

401(k)

Vacation pay

Life insurance

Rx reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in Joplin, MO is seeking a Tire Technician to mount, demount, inspect, and repair tires, and to perform routine maintenance. The role starts at $18/hour and offers progression based on experience.

You’ll work as part of a safety‑conscious team with tools and diagnostic equipment to support tire service tasks. Requirements include the ability to stand and lift up to 50 pounds, a valid driver’s license with a clean record, and a willingness to learn roadside

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Ability to stand, bend, squat and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Prepares tires for installation and mounts/demounts tires on rims/vehicles.
• Inspects and tests tires and assesses damage or repair feasibility.
• Repairs tubed and tubeless tires; replaces components as needed.
• Road tests vehicles after tire work is completed.
• Aligns/balances wheels and rotates tires at mileage intervals.
• Operates diagnostic equipment and tire service tools.
• Performs preventative maintenance checks and safety practices.
• Maintains tire inventory and reorders supplies as needed.
• Will train to perform roadside assistance.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Lifting ability

Age 18+

Valid driver license

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Tire Technician:

Express Employment Professionals is searching for a skilled tire technician. By becoming an Express associate, you will have access to all our jobs. We are dedicated to finding you the perfect fit. Once you have applied with Express you will go through our interview process that will allow us to find out more about you, your skills, and what your ideal job would look like. We will then match you with the jobs that best fit your description. Drug screening and employment verification are required for all our associates.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepares tires for installation; mounts and demounts tires on rims and vehicles and fills tires to the proper air pressure.
• Inspects and tests tires
• Examines and probes damaged, defective, or flat tires to determine the extent of damage and the feasibility of repair; and recommends the disposal of non-repairable tires.
• Repairs tube and tubeless tires by puncturing blisters, applying patches, replacing treads, removing nails,
• changing tubes, installing boots, etc.
• Road tests vehicles after repairs are completed.
• Aligns and balances wheels and tire assemblies to minimize wear on tires, and rotates wheels at prescribed
• mileage intervals.
• Performs preventative maintenance checks
• Operates and maintains diagnostic equipment, hand/power tools, tire changing machines, balancing equipment, and other specialized automotive tools and machinery.
• Practices safety methods in the operation of equipment and performance of duties.
• Inventories and ensures an adequate supply of tires and related parts; and requisitions/orders supplies as necessary.
• Will train to perform roadside assistance.

Skills Needed/Qualifications:

• High school degree or equivalent educational experience; vocational school or trade apprenticeships a plus
• Must be 18 years of age
• Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Must have a valid license and clean driving record
• Positive attitude and work ethic
• Able to work independently or as an active member of a team
• Good interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of management

Compensation:

Pay starting at $18/Hour (More based on experience)

Type of Job:

Full-time.

Location:

Joplin, MO

Benefits:

There is a wide range of benefits that you can customize to fit your needs including:

• Medical/dental/and vision plans
• Holiday Pay (6 Days Observed)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Vacation Pay
• Life Insurance
• Prescription Drug Reimbursement
• Referral Bonuses