Careers: Tire Technician

Location: Multiple locations throughout Lake County, IL and Kenosha, WI

Employment type: Full and Part-time positions available

Compensation: Market rate based on experience with opportunities for advancement in mechanical service and/or retail sales

Company Summary:

Waukegan Tire is a family-owned tire and automotive service dealer, serving Northern Illinois and Southeastern Wisconsin since 1968. For over 50 years, we have prided ourselves in providing the best in expert tire and automotive care. We support that goal by continuously upgrading our technology and equipment.  And we invest in our team by providing formal certificate training in automotive and tire service to help our staff grow professionally.  As a 2020 Top Shop Award winner and a CarFax top-rated service center, we are committed to excellence and cultivating future leaders in the automotive industry. 

We are a thriving company long established in Illinois and we are excited to announce a new location opening soon in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Come join our winning team and grow your career with us!

Full Job Description

Primary responsibilities include servicing customer vehicles in a safe and timely manner, including checking vehicles for potential safety concerns and escalating to the sales staff. You will perform all the necessary tasks associated with dismounting and mounting passenger and light truck vehicle tires and wheels, up to 26 inches in size.

Job Details:

• Dismount, mount, and balance wheels and tires, perform tire/wheel maintenance, repair tires and install wiper blades while maintaining a clean and organized shop.
• Perform safety checks on vehicles for brakes, shocks, loose suspension parts, and irregular tire wear. Report any machinery repair problems to management.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety, and environmental rules.
   

Qualifications:

• Able to prioritize attention to detail and safety in a dynamic environment.
• Work as a team member in assisting fellow technicians as needed.
• Mechanically inclined, prior experience preferred.
   

Requirements:

• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift an object weighing up to 75 pounds and stand/walk for long periods of time.
• Available to work part-time or full-time, Monday – Saturday, with one day off during the week.
• Preferred: High school diploma, GED, or vocational certificate.

Benefits:

• Competitive health, vision and dental insurance for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Short Term Disability / Voluntary Life / Aflac
• Weekly pay via direct deposit
• 401k with company contributions
• Product and service discounts
• Flexible paid time off

Waukegan Tire is an equal-opportunity employer. At Waukegan Tire, we are committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

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