**Job Summary:**

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for possessing a high level of knowledge of installing and inspecting tires on tractors and trailers as well as mounting, dismounting and patching tires. Responsible for ensuring tire inventory is up to date and tires are well stocked, drive sets are made and the trailer rack is full. This position is a subject matter expert and/or team lead with indirect management responsibilities, indirectly overseeing tire operations for larger facilities. This position has the possibility to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends in addition to overtime; it requires full-time attendance.

**Job Description:**

**Key Responsibilities:**

+ Install tires on tractors and trailers using company guidelines

+ Observe all Company safety requirements • Perform other duties as required or assigned

+ May oversee or mentor junior team members as needed

+ Repair and patch tires • Keep sets of tires on hand and maintain trailer rack; order tires as needed • Load bad tires into trailer for removal

+ Perform tire yard checks on equipment • Inspect and mark tires for serviceability or warranty

+ Maintain a clean and organized work area and keep tire machines and supplied tools organized and free of defected

+ Organize and maintain daily tire inventory; keep tire inventory up to date and well stocked • Mount and dismount tires on rims using proper safety procedures

Shift Schedule: Shifts may vary based upon location and business needs.

In addition to the company benefits listed below, the maintenance team will also have access to:

+ Career growth opportunities

+ Company-provided uniforms and annual boot program

+ Safety culture with bonus incentives

**Qualifications:**

**Min** **imum Qualification:**

+ High School Diploma or GED equivalent and 2-3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of experience and education; ability to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed.

+ Basic tools are required to successfully perform this role. These tools must be supplied by the employee in most locations. Employees without their own tools may obtain them through toolbox purchase program.

**Preferred Qualification:**

+ Ability to work both independently and as part of a team (no direct supervision)

+ Ability to multitask

+ Ability to exercise discretion

+ Basic deductive reasoning skills

+ Experience working in a fast-paced environment

+ Proficient active listening skills

+ Proficient organizational skills

+ Proficient time management skills

+ Self-motivation

+ Ability to fulfill physical requirements of the job including: lifting above 50 lbs, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling

+ Ability to wear appropriate work attire (protective gear/PPE)

+ Ability to make time-sensitive decisions

Don’t let distance keep you from becoming a part of our team! Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates located outside a 50-mile radius of the job.

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

**Education:**

High School (Required), GED (Required)

**Work Experience:**

Transportation/Logistics, Safety, Maintenance

**Job Opening ID:**

00572226 Sr Tire Technician (Open)

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. affirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment in all terms and conditions of employment. J.B. Hunt is committed to both the spirit and the letter of affirmative action law and continues its good-faith efforts to comply with all applicable government laws and regulations. The company is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity. J.B. Hunt will recruit, hire, compensate, offer benefits to, upgrade, train, layoff, terminate, and/or promote individuals without discrimination in regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases by applicable law.

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. offers reasonable accommodation in the employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in the application process due to a disability, you may request accommodation at any time by calling 1-800-777-4968.