Tire Technician

American Tire Depot6 months ago
Oildale, CA, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

Tire Technician based in Bakersfield, CA at 7600 Rosedale Hwy., Bakersfield, CA 93308. Pay: $17.50 – $20.50 per hour effective rate (hourly + commission + overtime). We're a performance-driven, results-focused team that knows how to deliver. Every role plays a key part in shaping an exceptional experience for our customers and each other.

Key Responsibilities

  • Mount, dismount, balance, and rotate tires
  • Repair flats and inflate to spec
  • Test, replace, register, and reset TPMS sensors
  • Perform oil changes and replace filters
  • Conduct visual inspections and document issues
  • Test and install batteries
  • Stock inventory and maintain shop cleanliness and safety standards
  • Work with your team to deliver fast, accurate, elite service
  • Opportunity to progress into light mechanical services (brakes, suspension, alignments) as skills and experience allow

Required Qualifications

  • Tire/lube or automotive service experience preferred
  • Strong work ethic, reliability, and a team-first attitude
  • Detail-oriented, safety-minded, and eager to grow
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  • Physically able to lift 70 lbs and work on your feet
  • Flexible availability, including weekends

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive hourly rate + commission and overtime opportunities
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurances
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee discounts, referral bonuses and ASE reimbursement
  • Genuine career growth with progression into Mechanic, Service Advisor, or Management positions

Required Skills

Repairing flats
Performing oil changes
Battery testing and installation
Conducting visual inspections
Balancing tires
Maintaining shop cleanliness and safety standards
Replacing filters
Team collaboration
Rotating tires
Inventory management
Tire dismounting
Tire mounting
TPMS sensor testing and resetting
Inflating tires to spec