What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Service Technician position at Plaza Tire Service?
Start a career with Plaza Tire Service where you can learn and grow. We are immediately hiring hard-working individuals who are willing to develop new skills. No prior experience is required for our General Service/Tire Technician roles, as we will teach you the job while you're being paid.
About Us
In business since 1963, Plaza Tire Service has 75 locations across Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, and Northern Arkansas.
Job Description
We have an immediate opening for a General Service/Tire Technician who will be responsible for conducting non-technical automotive service repairs such as oil changes, tire and wheel related services, light vehicle maintenance, driving customers, picking up parts, and maintaining the cleanliness of the shop as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform tire mounting/dismounting, wheel balance, and tire rotation.
- Conduct oil changes and other basic services.
- Utilize the company's Multi-point Inspection and/or Repair Order to properly document the vehicle condition.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the shop, including the service area, tire racks, showroom, and outside the building, to ensure a clean and inviting appearance.
- Operate company vehicles safely and courteously, obeying all traffic laws.
- Transport customers, pick up parts, supplies, tires, etc. from vendors and/or the corporate office using the company vehicle.
- Conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections (in applicable locations) on vehicles in an ethical manner following all company and state guidelines.
- Follow all safety procedures and report any concerns to the direct supervisor.
- Work flexible schedules, including weekends as needed. Other duties may be assigned by the direct supervisor.
Requirements:
- Possess a general understanding of under the hood, mechanical, and undercarriage assemblies.
- Hold a current, valid Driver's license.
- Be at least 18 years old.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
The General Service/Tire Technician will be exposed to moderate to loud noises, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. The temperature in the work environment varies and could include extreme heat and/or extreme cold depending on the ambient temperatures outside.
The General Service/Tire Technician must be able to meet the following physical requirements:
- Stand up to eight hours per day in the shop and walk to access various areas of the building.
- Bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch regularly throughout the day; possess full range of motion with arms and hands and be able to feel, handle, or finger objects frequently.
- Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly, lift and/or move up to 70 pounds occasionally.
- Communicate with customers and shop personnel.
- Vision sufficient to detect color, depth, and re-focus.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
