Tire Technician

Waukegan Tire; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate + commission

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts and bonuses

Job summary

Waukegan Tire in Waukegan, Illinois is looking for a Tire Technician to join their team. This role offers a competitive hourly rate alongside commission and overtime opportunities, as well as benefits including paid vacation, medical insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Responsibilities include mounting, balancing, and repairing tires, conducting inspections, and maintaining a clean work environment. The ideal candidate will have tire or automotive service experience, a strong work ethic, and be physically able to withstand the demands of the role.

Qualifications

• Previous tire/lube or automotive service experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Physically able to lift 70 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Mount, dismount, balance, and rotate tires.
• Repair flats and inflate to specification.
• Conduct visual inspections and document issues.
• Test and install batteries.
• Maintain shop cleanliness and safety standards.

Skills

Automotive service experience

Strong work ethic

Detail-oriented

Reliable and team-oriented

Flexibility including weekends

Job description

Tire Technician

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate + commission and overtime opportunities
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurances
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee discounts, referral bonuses and ASE reimbursement
• Genuine career growth — with progression into Mechanic, Service Advisor, or Management positions, evidenced by hundreds of team member promotions

Tire Technicians

• Mount, dismount, balance, and rotate tires
• Repair flats and inflate to spec
• Test, replace, register, and reset TPMS sensors
• Perform oil changes and replace filters
• Conduct visual inspections and document issues
• Test and install batteries
• Stock inventory and maintain shop cleanliness and safety standards
• Work with your team to deliver fast, accurate, elite service
• Opportunity to progress into light mechanical services (brakes, suspension, alignments) as skills and experience allow

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Tire/lube or automotive service experience preferred
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and a team-first attitude
• Detail-oriented, safety-minded, and eager to grow
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Physically able to lift 70 lbs and work on your feet
• Flexible availability, including weekends, since that’s when our guests rely on us most

Waukegan Tire is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace.