Bus Tire Technician - Fairview, NJ

About the role

This bus tire technician position provides a safety-sensitive role in bus maintenance, ensuring the tires are DOT compliant on city buses. Work is performed at customer-designated tire shops alongside customer mechanics, focusing on tire reliability and safety.

From professional consultation to tire maintenance and performance tracking, Goodyear provides a Total Solution with its Tire Optimization Process to help customers reduce costs through enhanced operational efficiencies and proper tire maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with assigned administrators and customer staff to accurately document work performed.
• Maintain customer tire inventory from cradle to grave using best inventory management practices.
• Monitor tire maintenance through periodic tire inspections using specialized software and electronic digital devices.
• Maintain and repair all customer tires according to industry standards.
• Perform dynamic tire balancing, tire and wheel assembly changes, regrooving, and inflation maintenance using best-in-class tire machinery.
• Maintain shop safety and cleanliness through good housekeeping practices.

Requirements

• Position may require flexibility to work scheduled shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods, including light and heavy lifting (tires and wheels), standing, bending, and squatting.
• Commitment to follow all safety procedures and work in a safe manner.
• Mechanical aptitude as well as strong oral and written communication ability.
• A self-starter willing to take initiative, work without direct supervision, and attend training sessions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous commercial tire experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Vocational on-the-job training provided; no experience necessary.
• Annual wage increases based on performance.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription, vision, and dental plans starting at day 31.
• Wellness program and employee assistance program.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) with company matching up to 5%.
• Paid vacation (starting at 10 days per year).
• Sick time (starting at 10 days per year).
• Tuition reimbursement ($5,250 for graduate and $3,000 for undergraduate).
• Employee discounts and tire discounts.
• Uniforms and personal protective equipment provided.
• Opportunity for career growth within a globally admired company.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00 per hour. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.