Tire Technician

Naumann/Hobbs is looking for YOU to fill our Tire Technician position in the Phoenix, AZ area.

We are the largest Material Handling Equipment Company in the Southwest. Naumann/Hobbs Material Handling, Inc. sells, rents, services, and supplies parts on an extensive line of material handling products. We are a staple in the Valley with almost 70 years of business experience and over 100 million in annual sales.

What you will do:

• Correctly operate a 150-ton press to mount/dismount tires on rims. 
• Use proper lifting methods to place tires and equipment in press.
• Monitor press for correct pressures while operating.
• Keep press clean and serviced.
• Drive vehicle with attached tire press to job sites in a safe manner.
• Sell additional tires and repairs when possible.
• Maintain the tire stock in the tire sheds.
• Process and maintain junk tire inventory.
• Keep sheds clean and tire stock stored neatly.
• Put away tire stock orders when they come in.
• Pick up any trash that accumulates in tire area.

Maintain Tire Press vehicle

• Keep track of scheduled maintenance intervals and advise when due for maintenance.
• Inform supervisor of any problems with truck or press operation
• Wash truck periodically to maintain professional appearance
• Maintain Company's and personal tools associated with the tire truck

Other duties as assigned by management:

• Complete duties and responsibilities in the warehouse and branch when not pressing tires.
• Other duties and responsibilities as instructed by management.

Among these duties safety is important to us, and you will be responsible for the following

• Delivery of your Safety Plan objectives. 
• Ensure a positive safety culture is developed within the area, which is supported by safety processes in accordance with industry standards and legislation. 
• Ensuring safety rules are followed to protect the health and safety of employees.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have or obtain a valid forklift certificate.
• Must have a valid Class C license and a good driving record. 
• Ability to work with hand and pneumatic tools.
• Will be expected to have own hand tools or procure them as the job progresses.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands of the job described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform them.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to  

• Walking and moving about on foot, often through uneven terrain.
• Handling: Seizes, helps, or works with hands.
• Lifting: Raises or lowers heavy tires and wheels.
• Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction.
• Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.
• Standing: Remains in a standing position if required to perform various functions of the job.
• Climbing: In and out of equipment. Up and down ladders.
• Vision: Read work tickets and parts books.
• Talking: Communications by radio, phone, and in person.
• Sitting: Sits in vehicle on and off through the day.

Physical Strength:

            Lifting: up to 60 lbs. Daily, frequent exertion.

Environmental:

• Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.
• Temp/Weather: Works in a warehouse without temperature control, and outside in various temperature and weather.
• Exposure: Foul odors, fumes, and harsh substances.

 What will we do for you:

• Positive work environment that encourages growth and offers a work/life balance
• Monday - Friday work week
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• 401K
• Short- and Long-Term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation and Sick time
• Discounts at major retailers and more

Starting Pay:  $20.00-$25.00 hr

Naumann/Hobbs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of our background and drug screening check.