tire technician

Education: No degree, certificate or diploma.

Tasks:

• Add or replace hydraulic and transmission fluids.
• Assist mechanics and perform other duties as directed.
• Install replacement mufflers, exhaust pipes, shock absorbers or radiators.
• Repair and balance tires.
• Replace oil, air and fuel filters on motor vehicles, trucks and heavy equipment.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Attention to detail.
• Bending, crouching, kneeling.
• Fast-paced environment.
• Hand-eye co-ordination.
• Manual dexterity.
• Physically demanding.

Weight handling:

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Own tools/equipment:

Steel-toed safety boots.

Personal suitability:

• Flexibility.
• Judgement.
• Reliability.

Employment terms options:

• Evening.
• Morning.

Experience:

No experience (will train).

Employment terms options:

• Day.
• Weekend.

Support for youths:

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment.
• 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.