OTR TECHNICIAN

S & S FIRESTONE, INC • Birmingham, AL

48d • $38

About The Position

Best One Tire & Service/S&S Firestone, Inc. is a leading provider of products and services to trucking companies and related industries, serving the Birmingham, AL area markets. We are looking to add an OTR (Off-The-Road) Tire Road Service Technician to our team. The employee will be responsible for all aspects of tire and related service and repair for off-the-road equipment (construction, earthmoving, mining, farm, etc.) as well as other duties as assigned by the manager.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalency, and/or related experience is preferred but not required.
• Minimum, driving age of 23 years old.
• Must regularly lift up to 100 pounds and frequently lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to recognize and used a variety of tools, including but not limited to power tools, and heavy-duty tire service equipment.
• Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, and commercial vehicles.
• Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Nice To Haves

• OTR service training and certifications are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Must have a valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle required for the position and be able to meet commercial driver qualification requirements.
• Operation of a 55,000-pound OTR Service Boom Truck.
• Follow established procedures to inspect tires and wheels before and after service.
• Determine repairable tire conditions and make such repairs.
• Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.
• Document work performed accurately and according to company policy.
• Operation of heavy-duty tire service equipment and tools including boom cranes, cribbing, jacks, compressors, and electric and hydraulic equipment.
• Unbolt and re-bolt wheels from/to equipment, using lug wrenches and other hand and power tools.
• Mount and dismount any type of off-the-road tire including but not limited to multi-piece rims.
• Match mating of dual assemblies.
• Identify and inflate tires correctly for the size, ply, and load requirement.
• Replace valve stems and remove puncturing objects.
• Perform service calls on nights and/or weekends on a rotating basis.
• Proper maintenance of assigned service vehicles including an appearance as well as onboard service equipment and tools.
• Compliance with OSHA and MSHA regulations and safety requirements pertaining to this position.

Benefits

• Competitive wages up to $38.00/hour, depending on experience, and monthly labor bonus
• Full-time, permanent position, with weekly pay, and overtime
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental Vision, Life insurance and more
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Planning with company match
• An Equal Opportunity Employer
• Drug-Free Workplace

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees