Tire Retread Technician

Description

• Tire Preparation: Use hand tools to identify and prepare tires for repair, ensuring they meet quality standards.
• Retreading Process: Train to follow established retreading procedures, including the application of new treads to worn tires.
• Independent Work: Work independently in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating efficiency and attention to detail.
• Safety Focus: Maintain a safety mindset and adhere to all safety procedures to ensure a secure work environment.

• Meaningful Work: Help customers realize the full value of their existing tire assets while contributing to environmental sustainability.
• Comprehensive Benefits: This position starts at $23.09/ hour + $1.00/hour premium, plus enjoy a range of benefits and perks, including opportunities for advancement within the company.
• Monthly Bonus Plan: Recognizing our team members' hard work and dedication with a monthly bonus plan which adds onto your existing hourly wage.
• Training and Development: We believe in investing in our employees' growth and development. Access ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Team Culture: Join a supportive and inclusive team culture celebrating collaboration and teamwork.

• Mechanical Aptitude: Previous mechanical experience or aptitude is preferred.
• Safety Conscious: Ability to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and follow safety protocols.
• Proficiency in Remanufacturing: Ensure efficient utilization of resources and adhere to quality standards.
• Physical Stamina: Comfortable standing for extended periods and performing physically demanding tasks.
• Basic Computer Skills: Familiarity with basic computer operations for tracking and recording work progress.
• Team Player: Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for working collaboratively in a high-performing team environment.

Solving our customers’ automotive challenges and making a positive impact - It’s how we roll, and it’s been that way since Tom Foord opened the doors to Kal Tire in 1953 in beautiful Vernon, BC. Over the years, we’ve become a trusted partner for large and small industries and fleets across Canada. Our customers rely on our expertise, our make-it-happen approach to service, and our lineup of the most trusted tire brands in over 260 retail locations coast to coast.

Kal Tire is also the largest truck re-treader in Canada, with 11 retread facilities across Canada and internationally, and has a state-of-the-art tire recycling facility in Chile, where 40% of the weight of scrap tires is recycled to return to mines as an alternative fuel. In addition, Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group is an international leader in mining tire service and supply, servicing more than 150 mine sites across five continents.

Kal Tire offers a culture that fosters inclusion and respect. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the AODA and AMA. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment or employment process. Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements known.