Company Overview
GCR is one of the largest full-service Tire & Service companies in the nation. Our extensive network of tire stores provides greater availability for customers to purchase tires and related services. GCR Tires & Service is a division of Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations (BATO), providing outstanding service from well over 200 locations in 48 US States and Eastern Canada. GCR Tires & Service has the right mix of service, new tire and re-tread knowledge to ensure the ongoing success of our customers. Most of our locations also offer 24-hour roadside assistance. We offer a wide variety of passenger, light truck, medium truck, agricultural, industrial and off the road tires from brands such as Bridgestone, Firestone, and many more.
Position Summary
As a Tire Technician 3 you will perform tire service and repair work as well as basic general service functions on customer vehicles (all sizes), fleet inspections, scrap tire analysis and other duties as required on Large and Giant mining tires and equipment.
***Relocation Assistance Provided***
Responsibilities
TIRE SERVICE
- Rack and hoist vehicles for inspection.
- Complete written vehicle inspection with regard to tire service.
- Fleet inspections.
- Scrap tire analysis.
- Instruct other Tire Technicians in performing tire repair and general service. Dispatch (where applicable).
- Any other duties as assigned.
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
- Ensure that service truck, all tools and equipment are in good operating condition.
- Perform pre trip vehicle inspections at the beginning of each work day and immediately report operating problems or mechanical defects to the Service Manager.
- Check all fluid levels in truck and air compressor during pre-trip inspection. Maintain vehicle cleanliness (inside & out).
MISCELLANEOUS
- Perform jobs using proper and safe procedures at all times.
- Use personal protective equipment according to regulations and policies.
- Maintain standards of cleanliness.
- Maintain supply stock of tread rubber and repair materials and advise manager when replenishment is necessary.
- Maintain equipment in good working order.
- Notify manager immediately of defects.
- Be able to perform all duties/tasks of Tire Tech 1 and 2
- Other duties as assigned.
- Experience with Passenger, Semi, Commerical and OTR tires.
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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.