Tire Technician/Road Service Technician

McGriff Tire Co., Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A tire service company in Birmingham, Alabama, is looking for a Tire Repair Installation/Road Service Tech. This full-time role requires mechanical skills, experience in trailer repairs, and knowledge of preventative maintenance and DOT requirements. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and more. Interested candidates need a clean driving record and should be prepared for physical duties including lifting and working in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must have automotive repair experience of at least 1 year.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Must have a clean driving record and pass drug tests and DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on trailers.
• Conduct safety inspections of equipment.
• Ensure shop cleanliness and safety compliance.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Brakes repair

Electrical systems knowledge

Welding skills

Hydraulics knowledge

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting skills

DOT inspection experience

Tools

Oxy/Acetylene

ARC welding

MIG welding

Job description

Description

Tire Repair Installation/Road Service Tech

• Must be mechanically inclined. Prefer experience in all phases of semi-trailer repairs such as brakes, electrical, floor repair, tires, welding, hydraulics, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, modifications work, etc. Also, experience in DOT inspections, welding, tires new and repairing, change (mount & dismount).
• Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on trailing equipment in compliance with manufacturers and company schedules.
• Access any area of the equipment to perform necessary maintenance (including: inspect and perform work in, on or under parts of trailers).
• Safely walk & stand for extended periods of time on various surfaces that may be uneven or slippery (including working outdoors in inclement weather).
• Lift objects of various shapes, sizes and weights (up to 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 75 lbs. occasionally).
• Safely walk, reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat & kneel as necessary to perform the job duties.
• Responsible for shop cleanliness, safety and compliance.
• Apply knowledge and work in accordance with DOT, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), interstate Authority, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other rules and regulations as required.
• Perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation.
• Follow McGriff policy and procedures in making all repairs.
• Participate in company training programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Prompt, daily attendance at assigned work location.
• General trailer repair and knowledge
• Previous or current ASE certifications desired, not required.
• Basic welding skills such as Oxy/Acetylene, ARC and MIG desired
• Must have clean MVR, Drug Test, pass DOT physical.

If interested, please apply online at www.mgrifftire.com. Application is required to be considered for this position. EOE

Job Type

Full-time

Salary

20 PAY BASED ON EXPERIENCE

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 8-hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate

• Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location

In person

Requirements

Experience

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
• Automotive repair: 1 year (Required)