tire technician

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work site environment:

Confined spaces. Dusty. Noisy. Odours. All weather conditions.

Work setting:

Willing to relocate. E-learning (online learning).

Tasks:

• Add or replace hydraulic and transmission fluids.
• Provide on-site services.
• Repair and balance tires.
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment.
• Work with minimal supervision.

Computer and technology knowledge:

Basic.

Installation specialization:

Commercial vehicle wheels. Tires.

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization:

Off-road vehicle tires and wheels. Highway vehicle tires and wheels.

Security and safety:

• Driver's validity licence check.
• Driving record check (abstract).

Transportation/travel information:

• Drive manual transmission vehicle.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Driver's abstract.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

20/20 vision. Ability to distinguish between colours. Attention to detail. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Fast-paced environment. Hand-eye co-ordination. Manual dexterity. Physically demanding. Standing for extended periods.

Weight handling:

More than 45 kg (100 lbs).

Own tools/equipment:

• Safety glasses/goggles.
• Steel-toed safety boots.

Personal suitability:

• Flexibility.
• Judgement.
• Reliability.
• Team player.

Screening questions:

Do you have experience working in this field?.

Employment terms options:

Early morning. Evening.

Experience:

1 year to less than 2 years.

Employment terms options:

Shift. Morning. Day. Weekend. Overtime available.

Workplace information:

On the road job.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Disability benefits.
• Health care plan.
• Paramedical services coverage.
• Vision care benefits.

Financial benefits:

• Group insurance benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Pension plan.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).

Long term benefits:

• Long-term care insurance.
• Maternity and parental benefits.

Other benefits:

• Free parking available.
• Learning/training paid by employer.
• Other benefits.
• Team building opportunities.
• Parking available.

Support for newcomers and refugees:

Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition. Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees . Does not require Canadian work experience.

Support for youths:

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.

Support for Veterans:

Assists with immediate transition needs of Veterans (for example: relocation, housing, etc.) .