Commercial Tire Technician 1

Gills Point S Tire & Auto•Great Falls, MT

About The Position

Gills Point S is hiring a Commercial Tire Technician to provide tire service for passenger vehicles, commercial trucks, and trailers. The role includes work in the shop and responding to roadside service calls at customer locations such as highways, construction sites, industrial facilities, and commercial fleets. Technicians mount, dismount, repair, replace, inspect, rotate, and balance tires; operate a company-issued commercial service truck; communicate with dispatch or a service coordinator; and document completed work. The position also involves maintaining a clean, stocked service truck and service equipment, following safety policies, using required personal protective equipment, and delivering courteous customer service. The work takes place indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and requires frequent physical activity, including lifting up to 75 pounds. The position offers a stable full-time schedule, paid training, and opportunities for career advancement. Salary is $18–$20, depending on experience.

Requirements

Previous commercial tire, automotive, mechanical, or related service experience is preferred.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to safely operate a commercial service truck.
Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple service calls.
Dependable attendance and commitment to workplace safety.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and lift throughout the workday.
Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds.
Ability to perform physically demanding work while following safety procedures and wearing required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Previous commercial tire, automotive, mechanical, or related service experience.
Basic computer skills and experience using service or point-of-sale (POS) systems.

Responsibilities

Mount, dismount, repair, and replace tires on passenger vehicles, commercial trucks, and trailers.
Inspect tires for wear, damage, and proper inflation.
Repair punctures and perform approved tire repairs.
Rotate tires to maximize tread life and improve vehicle performance.
Use knowledge of tire sizing, tread patterns, wheel configurations, valve stems, and commercial tire applications.
Balance tires using conventional equipment and commercial balancing methods.
Respond to roadside service calls at customer locations, including highways, construction sites, industrial facilities, and commercial fleets.
Safely operate a company-issued commercial service truck.
Maintain communication with dispatch or the service coordinator during service calls.
Complete accurate documentation for work performed.
Keep the service truck clean, organized, and fully stocked.
Inspect and maintain tools, tire equipment, and mobile service equipment.
Follow company safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment.
Provide professional and courteous customer service.
Safely operate commercial tire service equipment, hydraulic lifts, service trucks, and other shop equipment.