Tire Repair Technician

As a Tire Technician in the Mining Tire Group, you will be responsible for all aspects of tire and related service and repair for mining tires and adhering to Kal Tire’s work and safety standards. A key part of this role is setting the standard for service excellence within the industry and demonstrating the Kal Tire AIMS.

This opening is for the Timmins store located in ON. The shift schedule will be 14x14. Hours of operation 5:30 am - 5:30 pm.

**Core Responsibilities**
- Service Excellence
- Learn and perform all aspects of tire shop work related to the customer sites.
- Perform appropriate maintenance of tools and equipment.
- Maintain appropriate tire inspection and maintenance programs on site.
- Demonstrate and promote best practices to the customer.

**Operational / Technical**
- Ensure that all tires are mounted safely and according to load requirements.
- Perform equipment checks and calibrations.
- Perform repairs to tires and tubes.
- Perform Inspections and determine the suitability of wheel components to remain in service.
- Operate heavy-duty tire servicing equipment and tools.
- Conduct maintenance checks and ensure all work is done according to Kal Tire work and safety standards.
- Complete required reporting and logging of data, as required.
- Ensure the warehouse is maintained in an orderly, clean, and safe manner.
- Assist in maintaining stock for tire-related equipment.

**Health, Safety & Environment**
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and requirements.
- Ensure that hygiene standards are maintained in the facility
- Report hazards, unsafe work conditions and equipment to your Supervisor/lead hand so the appropriate action to eliminate or reduce the risk to acceptable levels
- Report all incidents and injuries according to procedures.
- Assist and co-operate with the site safety representative to resolve safety issues identified.
- Always use and maintain Personal Protective Equipment.
- Perform vehicle Pre-start checks according to procedures.
- Actively participate in regular meetings and inspections in order to promote and improve safety in the workplace and document accordingly.
- Read and confirm incident notices and other safety information conveyed to all personnel.
- Comply with site emergency evacuation procedures.

**Key Performance Indicators**
- The Key Performance Indicators are evolving and currently include:

- All safety standards are followed, and work is performed without incident to team, equipment or tires.
- Correct and safe use of tire service tools and equipment are performed.
- LMS and Velocity are used monthly as per guidelines.
- Tires are repaired efficiently to meet the needs of the customer.
- Team member contributes to the smooth operations of the Kal Tire Shop.

**Work Experience**
- 1 - 3 years’ experience working in a manufacturing facility or related operations
- Understand Tire maintenance plans carried out safely to OTR standards for optimum performance
- Experience working in an environment where safety procedures are a key part of daily operations.

**Knowledge Skills and Abilities**
- Able to physically perform the duties of an OTR Tire Technician safely.
- Able to obtain and maintain all applicable licenses, certificates as required to perform the duties as required to work at mine sites.
- Able to perform mechanically related tasks.
- Able to follow all safety procedures and work in a safe manner.
- Able to work in a results-oriented, fast-paced environment as part of a team.
- Must be a self-starter and willing to take the initiative, solve problems, be able and willing to work without direct supervision, and be willing to attend appropriate training sessions.
- Understand tire failure causes and analysis.
- Good communication skills and ability to express themselves well both verbally and in writing.
- Good literacy and numeracy skills.

**Education**
- High School Diploma and post-secondary

**Compensation**

This position pays **$33.28 - $41.60**per hour. We offer clear path for career advancement and wage increases along the way.