Tire Technician

About the role

Supports the fleet maintenance operations by installing and inspecting tires and rims on tractor-trailers.

Responsibilities

• Removes and installs tire and rim assemblies from class 6, 7, and 8 trucks, trailers, and converter dollies.
• Uses hydraulic jacks and stands to gain access to the unit and replace tire assemblies.
• Operates, lifts, moves, and stores specialized equipment to maintain, inspect, and repair tires or rims.
• Repairs tires outside the maintenance facility utilizing a service truck.
• Inspects tires for wear, damage, and proper inflation.
• Disposes of old tires in compliance with environmental regulations.
• Mounts and dismounts tires or rims using specialized tire machines.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Must provide and maintain personal maintenance tools.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language to perform tasks such as conversing with coworkers and the public, understanding instructions and regulations, responding to inquiries, and completing documents.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of tire mechanic experience.
• Proficiency in diagnostic software.

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods.
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying of tools, parts, and equipment up to 100 pounds.
• Regular use of hands and arms for handling tools, reaching overhead, and working in tight spaces.
• Ability to climb on, under, and around large trucks and equipment safely.
• Adequate vision (with or without correction) to read gauges, manuals, and perform detailed inspections.
• Adequate hearing (with or without aids) to detect equipment sounds, communicate, and follow safety signals.

Pay

$29.75 - $34.25 per hour, based on experience.

Benefits

At Saia, your success is our success! We provide:

• Rewards for superior employee performance.
• Support to build an awesome career.