Tech, Retread

TRAC Tire Services is now hiring for early 1st and early 3rd shift positions to operate various machinery in plant located in Florence, KY. 

1st Shift - up to $20.75/hour   

3rd Shift - up to $23.30/hour  

FIRST SHIFT - ROTATING SCHEDULE:  

6:00AM to 4:30PM - 4-10 hour days, Monday through Thursday (4 weeks) rotating with Friday - Monday (4 weeks)  

THIRD SHIFT - SET SCHEDULE:  

7:00PM to 5:30AM -  4-10 hour days, Monday night through Friday morning 

Summary:  

The Retread Technician will be responsible for performing all aspects of the re-treading process, as well as quality control. The retreading process starts when old tires are received into the facility. These tires are dismounted and cleared of any tubes, flaps or valve stems. A safety inspection of the tire is then performed.  If the tread passes inspection, the old tread is then buffed away, and a new rubber tread is applied to the bare "casing" using specialized machinery. After curing the tires in a chamber to secure the new tread, a final inspection is done with any branding or painting to complete the process.  

Responsibilities:   

• Ensure station is cleaned and stocked and equipment is working properly before and after all shifts  
• Consistently meet or exceed standard metrics per day for each position (tires inspected, tubes pulled, etc.)  
• Work well in a team environment.  Employees may be asked to work multiple positions some days in order to meet daily goals  
• Maintain and update logs and tracking spreadsheets through one of the following mediums; Paper, Excel, or company software  
• Show up to work in a timely and consistent fashion to ensure your shift does not lose productivity due to staffing shortages  
• Ability to identify when using any hazardous materials and use proper PPE/procedures when handling these materials  
• Other Duties as assigned   

Qualifications:   

• Ability to work in facility that is NOT temperature controlled i.e. Hot in the summer months and Cold in the winter months  
• Ability to frequently bend, twist and lift objects over 50 - 100 pounds on a regular basis. This includes using 100 pounds of pressure when pushing tires  
• Must be able to work standing up and handle repetitive and sustained motions, awkward postures, mechanical stress concentrations, and vibrations  
• Knowledge and understanding of Commercial Tires is preferred  
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen as well as a criminal background check  
• High school diploma or GED   

About Our Parent Company, TRAC Intermodal:  

Are you looking for a career with an industry leader? Have big ideas that deserve to be heard? A career at TRAC offers a rewarding opportunity to be part of a growing, evolving and ever-improving organization. TRAC Intermodal is North America’s leading intermodal transportation equipment provider and chassis pool manager serving international shippers. Based in Princeton, New Jersey, TRAC Intermodal is opening new locations across North America, experiencing impressive growth and embracing change. If you want to work with a company whose people live its values every day, consider a career with TRAC Intermodal.