Petes Tire Barns Inc. is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled Pete's Tire Barns was started by Peter A. Gerry in 1968 andhas grown to one of the largest independent tire dealerships in the country.Pete's currently operates 22 full-service locations in New England, astate-of-the art Distribution Center, 3 Bandag retreadfacilities, employs in excess of 300 people, and operates a fleet of over 100service and delivery vehicles. Today, approximately 90% of our business is inthe commercial truck tire and related markets. Pete's serviceseverything from a wheelbarrow tire up to an earthmovertire. No experience needed! We arecommitted to training the right candidate for an entry-level tire technicianposition. We are looking for a candidate who isself-motivated and interested in beginning a career in the tire industry. Inthis role, you are able to gain experience with various tires and equipment.
Qualifications:- Driver's License preferred
- HighSchool Diploma or Equivalent preferred
Requirements:- Responsible for changingprimarily passenger, light truck, loader, farm, ATV and/or lawn and garden
- Perform tire repairs,replacements, and general service to tires and wheels
- Remove or replace mountedtire assembly from vehicles
- Ability to recognizerepairable tires and properly perform repair and discard tires that are notrepairable
- Communicate all workperformed via legible writing on tags, work orders and/or invoices
- Perform all tasks in asafe and efficient manner
- Use all provided safetyequipment such as gloves, jack stands, wheel chocks, air cages, safety glassesand communicate equipment needs
- Report all tools orequipment that need repair or that are broken and report all unsafe actions,problems or abnormal situations to the store manager or safety manager
- Perform daily maintenanceof tools and equipment
- Review service workorders for complete information such as required customer information, repairs,mounts, new tires, valves before giving to the store manager
- Ensure that all productsleave with proper paperwork
- As needed, performmiscellaneous job duties to ensure prompt services to our customer
- Willing to make customersatisfaction a number one priority, must be flexible and understand that jobpriorities will constantly change due to customer needs
- Equipment: Capable ofoperating lift gates, service tools, air compressors, hydraulic jacks, airguns, air gauges, mounting and balancing machines, and computer and officeequipment
What We Offer:- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401k- Pete's match .25% up to 6% employeecontribution
- Vacation - 2 weeks
- 15k LifeInsurance - additional coverage may be purchased
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Physical Demands:Exerts 75 to 125 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 75pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds offorce constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and armsin any direction), handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or workingwith hands), and identifies and distinguishes colors. Occasionally climbs(ascends or descends ladders, stairs, ramps, and the like), balances.Occasionally stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending at thewaist, legs and spine), and kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest onknee or knees).
Statement of Other DutiesThis document describes the major duties and responsibilitiesfor this job and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks andfunctions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked toperform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.