Tire Technician

Position: Tire Technician 3
** Company Overview*
* GCR is one of the largest, safest, and most trusted providers of Off-The-Road and Mining tires and service in the country. Our extensive experience, expertise, products and services provide customers availability to World Class Off-The-Road and Mining tire and service solutions. Our solution-based offers are customized around the needs of each customer, with a commitment to making mining mobility safe, profitable, and efficient.

GCR operates 9 Stores, 2 Bandag Retread Plants, and 5 Off-The-Road Tire Repair Facilities in 5 states, along with managing tire programs at several remote mine locations. In short, GCR operates anywhere mining equipment is operated.

** Job Category*
* Retail

** Position Summary*
* We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Commercial, Fleet and off-the-road (OTR) Tire Technician to join our team. As a Tire Technician 3 you will perform tire service and repair work as well as basic general service functions on customer vehicles of all sizes, fleet inspections, assisting with scrap tires; and other duties as required on large and giant mining tires and equipment.  

This role requires a high level of expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in various locations.

*** Company Relocation Assistance Provided

Pay Range: $20.80 - $41.60

** Commission Eligible*
* Commission Eligible.  Bridgestone reserves the right to modify, change or eliminate the entire program or any part of it at any time.

** Responsibilities*
* + Perform tire maintenance, including rotations, balancing and alignments on commercial fleet vehicles and OTR equipment onsite at customer location.

+ Fleet inspections

+ Inspect tires for wear and damage, making recommendations for replacements or repairs.

+ Install new tires, ensuring proper fit and balance.

+ Repair punctures and other tire damage using appropriate techniques and tools.

+ Maintain accurate records of services performed and report any issues to management.

+ Operate and maintain company service vehicles and equipment in a safe and efficient manner,including compliance with speed and traffic regulations.

+ Provide excellent customer service, addressing client concerns and providing tire maintenance education as needed.

+ Follow all safety protocols and company policies to ensure a safe working environment; wears required PPE.

+ Participates in training, follows safety procedures, job duties and company policies

+ Maintain 4s work areas

+ Stay up to date on industry trends and advancements intire technology

+ Any other duties as assigned

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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* + Valid DOT Card

+ Valid MSHA Card

+ Previous experience driving a boom truck.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* + High School Diploma or Equivalent required

+ Must be 21 years or older

+ Willingness to complete a federal background check, drug screen and  DOT physical required.

+ Career experience servicing passenger, commercial , fleet and OTR tires.

+ Valid driver's license with no restrictions and good driving record required.

+ Must be able to lift and/or move tires weighing between 30-250 lbs. with or without mechanical assistance.

+ Repetitive and sustained exertions, forceful exertions, awkward postures, mechanical stress concentrations, vibrations.

+ Requires DOT and MSHA compliance and maintaining good standing

Driving Requirements:

+ Requires a valid driver license  to operate vehicles under 26,000 lbs.

** Our Crew Knows Benefits*
* Health benefits that start on day one of employment, for all of our full-time teammates:

+ Paid vacation and holidays

+ On-the-job training and company-funded TIA certifications

+ 401(k) match

+ Vision and Dental Coverage

+ On demand pay (daily pay) program available

** Our Values Give Back To You*
* + Professional Development:
No matter where you're at in your career, we've got the resources to help you level up.

+ Community & Involvement:
We pride ourselves on working with our local communities and giving back where we can.

+ Integrity & Teamwork:
Part of what makes our teams different is our family-like mentality and drive to do things right, always.

** What we offer*
* At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities…