What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tire Tech position at Western Express?
Western offers competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, and a family-oriented culture. Western Express HQ is in Nashville, TN. All outside terminals, located all over the country, have a small town, tight knit family atmosphere. Whether you are in Nashville or at one of our outlying locations, you are treated like family!
Job Responsibilities:
Choose from one of the following schedules:
Western Express, Inc. is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act or other similar state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Western. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
I understand, where permissible under applicable federal, state, and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment drug test after receiving a conditional offer of employment. Upon employment, employees may be required to have their picture taken.
Job Responsibilities:
- Inspect, diagnose, and perform comprehensive tire service and maintenance on company equipment.
- Accurately document service details, enter information into company systems, and communicate findings to the shop or service providers as needed.
- Ensure compliance with the company's tire maintenance program by identifying service needs and recommending appropriate actions.
- Follow all Tire Industry Association (TIA) standards, company policies, and safety regulations to promote a safe work environment for employees and drivers.
- Resolve maintenance issues efficiently while providing exceptional customer service.
- Consistently adhere to established processes, procedures, and quality standards.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and communicate recommendations to management.
- Share knowledge, best practices, and technical expertise with team members.
- Maintain a professional, positive, and safety-focused work environment at all times.
- Demonstrate a strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and remain self-motivated.
- Exhibit reliability, accountability, professionalism, and a commitment to quality workmanship.
- Effectively communicate and collaborate with team members, vendors, and internal departments.
- Analyze maintenance information, identify problems, and make sound decisions to ensure timely repairs.
- Read, understand, and follow company procedures, policies, and technical guidelines.
- Maintain strict adherence to all company safety policies and industry best practices.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Valid driver's license required.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Proficient with computers, including Microsoft Office, Windows, and other business software.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are preferred but not required.
- Minimum of one year of stable work history or post-secondary education.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, and crawl beneath equipment.
- Tire Industry Association (TIA) certifications are preferred but not required.
Choose from one of the following schedules:
- Monday – Thursday: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday – Friday: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Western Express, Inc. is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act or other similar state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Western. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
I understand, where permissible under applicable federal, state, and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment drug test after receiving a conditional offer of employment. Upon employment, employees may be required to have their picture taken.