Tire Technician

About the Company

Dobbs Tire and Auto Centers was founded in 1976 as a family-owned complete auto care solution in South St. Louis, Missouri. The Dobbs brand has expanded to over 100 locations across Missouri, Illinois, Texas, and Ohio, with goals to grow to over 200 stores by 2027. Along with offering a full selection of quality tire brands, all locations provide comprehensive automotive services, from routine maintenance to complex diagnostics and engine repairs. The company invests in training, development, safety, and wellbeing to ensure team members deliver quality service. Dobbs also actively supports local organizations and charities in the communities where they operate.

About the Role

Dobbs Tire and Auto is seeking a Tire Technician to handle tire mounting, balancing, rotation, and repairs, as well as minor vehicle maintenance. This role also involves inventory management, tire casing inspection, and maintaining shop cleanliness. The ideal candidate is detail-driven, accountable, customer-centric, and a strong team player with a commitment to safety and results.

Responsibilities

• Mount and dismount tires; inspect damaged, defective, or flat tires to determine repair feasibility.
• Perform tire repairs, balancing, and rotation on a variety of vehicles.
• Conduct minor automotive maintenance including oil changes, lubrication, and accessory replacement.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas, tools, and equipment using approved methods and solvents.
• Drive customer vehicles into and out of the service bay and provide shuttle service when needed.
• Receive, inventory, and properly store tires based on size and type; stack and organize storage areas.
• Inspect tire casings and accurately categorize them as reusable or scrap.
• Deliver tires to other service locations as needed and complete additional tasks or assignments as directed.

Success Factors

• Strong belief in safety—being safe 100% of the time is the expectation.
• Alignment with company mission, vision, and values.
• Strong work ethic with a commitment to results.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of time management, accountability, and prioritization skills.
• Organized, problem-solving, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals.
• Strong critical thinker with a high level of attention to detail.
• Highly customer-centric and skilled at building relationships.
• Maintains a professional, can-do approach even in physically demanding or fast-paced situations.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced automotive service environment.
• Frequent exposure to varying temperatures due to shop conditions.
• Regular contact with automotive chemicals, including solvents, lubricants, and fluids.
• Extended periods of standing, bending, and lifting tires or equipment.
• Requires adherence to all safety procedures and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Involves teamwork, reliability, and effective communication to maintain a safe and efficient workplace.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver’s License.