What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tire Technician 3 position at Bridgestone Americas?
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.
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Position Summary
***Company Relocation Assistance ProvidedPay Range: $20.20 - $40.40
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 in tire technology
Any other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications:
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 and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:
- A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
- The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
- Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
- A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
- Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
- A diverse and inclusive team.
Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Employment Eligibility
If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.
Salary : $20 - $40