Tire and Lubrication Technician II at City of Little Rock, AR
City of Little Rock, AR · Little Rock, United States Of America · Onsite
- Professional
- Office in Little Rock
About the Department
This position is designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.
JOB OBJECTIVE: To perform tire repair and related maintenance services and responds to road service calls to various locations to repair and replace flat tires on City of Little Rock fleet vehicles and equipment to include dozers, excavators, forklifts and trailers for the Department of Fleet Services.
Position Duties
- Performs tire repair and related maintenance services and responds to road service calls to various locations to repair and replace flat tires on City of Little Rock fleet vehicles and equipment to include dozers, excavators, forklifts and trailers for the Department of Fleet Services.
- Performs road service calls to various locations in response to emergency calls and changes and repairs flat tires on disabled vehicles and equipment; notifies supervisor of unusual situations or when repairs cannot be made.
- Inspects tires to locate leaks or punctures; determines if repair or replacement of tire is necessary due to the severity of damage and makes appropriate repairs utilizing patches or plugs or changes tires; resets computerized tire sensors; recycles used tires in compliance with established Departmental policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Measures tread depth on tires to ensure minimum depth requirements and identifies potential tire-related issues and problems; mounts, dismounts, installs, balances, repairs, and maintains tires for various classes of fleet vehicles and equipment in compliance with industry tire standards and Departmental policies and procedures; identifies possible tire and wheel abuse and notifies supervisor; notifies supervisor when tire wear or related issues suggest other mechanical problems.
- Operates and maintains diagnostic equipment, hand/power tools, tire changing machines, balancing equipment and other specialized tools and equipment in the performance of essential job functions; notifies supervisor of equipment malfunctions and related tool maintenance needs.
- Provides lead working supervision to Tire Worker(s).
- Completes work orders by entering data in computerized fleet management software system relative to services performed to include tires replaced, repaired, and amount of materials used.
- Provides assistance to other Department of Fleet Services personnel with preventative maintenance services of fleet vehicles and equipment to include checking engine fluid levels, filters and other related activities.
- Operates vehicles and equipment to be repaired to identify and diagnose tire problems as necessary.
- Maintains inventory of tires and related items; notifies Fleet Acquisition and Inventory Manager when inventory is low and items need to be ordered.
- Operates a City pool automobile in the performance of essential job functions.
Minimum Qualifications
These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of grade school or vocational technical school and three (3) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of tires of various vehicle types, including heavy equipment, truck and automobile or related area; one (1) year of personal computer experience and one (1) year of lead working experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:
- Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non- Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License within before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.
- Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, during inclement weather and during emergency situations as required.
- Must be available to work nights and respond to emergency calls as required.
CAREER LADDER REQUIREMENTS:
This classification is eligible for career ladder progression from a Tire and Lubrication Technician I to a Tire and Lubrication Technician II after three (3) years of experience as a Tire and Lubrication Technician I.
DISCLAIMER:
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.
Other Qualifications
online preferred
practical - tire identification and repair procedures
practical - tire identification and repair procedures
- Stays abreast of latest trends in the automotive industry by reading technical publications and participating in related educational opportunities.
- Ensures tire warranties are honored by tire manufacturers; requests adjustments and warranty credits.
- Performs other related duties as required.
- Knowledge of various tires and related repair and maintenance equipment, and supplies.
- Knowledge of tire repair and maintenance safety procedures and precautions.
- Knowledge of computer fundamentals and business software.
- Knowledge of proper patching and repairing techniques and practices.
- Knowledge of a variety of tire types and specifications.
- Knowledge of proper air pressures.
- Knowledge of safety practices and methods used in changing and repairing tires on heavy equipment and automobiles.
- Knowledge of basic gasoline and diesel vehicle operating principles and applicable mechanical repair methods.
- Skill in the operation of a computer.
- Skill in the operation of an automatic transmission automobile.
- Skill in the use of tire and wheel repair and maintenance tools and related equipment.
- Ability to balance tires utilizing an electronic balancing machine.
- Ability to repair, dismount, remount and inflate tires on various fleet vehicle and equipment.
- Ability to inspect tires to locate leaks and punctures.
- Ability to assess damage to tires and make appropriate repairs.
- Ability to measure tread depth on tires.
- Ability to provide lead working supervision to assigned personnel.
- Ability to maintain inventory of tires and related equipment.
- Ability to learn to identify tire wear characteristics or issues that suggest other mechanical problems.
- Ability to keep accurate records and complete work orders.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to withstand exposure to adverse weather conditions.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
The physical demand characteristics and activities indicated below are representative of those that will be required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
