Tire Retread Technician

3 weeks ago

Rutland, Vermont, United States Pete's Tire Barns Inc. Full time
About Pete's Tire Barns Inc.

Pete's Tire Barns Inc. is a leading independent tire dealership with a rich history dating back to 1968. With 22 full-service locations in New England, a state-of-the-art Distribution Center, and three Bandag retread facilities, we have grown to become one of the largest independent tire dealerships in the country.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Tire Retread Technician to join our team at Pete's Tire Barns Inc. As a Tire Retread Technician, you will be responsible for inspecting and repairing tires, as well as operating machinery to re-build tires from rubber components.

Key Responsibilities
  • Inspect worn tires for faults, cracks, cuts, and nail holes to determine if tires are suitable for retreading
  • Operate buffing machines to remove treads from tires to be retreaded, following specifications for depth and width
  • Measure diameter and cross-section to determine correct tread width
  • Build semi-raw rubber treads onto buffed tire casings to prepare tires for vulcanization in recapping and retreading processes
  • Apply rubber cement to tire casing and hang up to dry
  • Select proper size tread rubber and apply it to the tire
  • Place tire in chamber and program correct curing temperature according to specification
  • Set timer for curing time according to chart, and make record of each tire showing size and curing time
  • Remove finished retread from curing chamber, and remove rim and curing bag from finished retread
  • Inspect tires to determine defects in curing, such as soft cures, ply separation, repairs missed, etc.
  • Check finished tire with work order for proper identification and completion of work required
  • Trim and paint finished retread
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
  • Driver's License preferred
  • Must maintain regular attendance and ability to be at work on time each scheduled workday
  • Ability to withstand environment that is very hot during summer months and colder during winter months
  • Tolerate exposure to various chemicals used in cleaning, lubrication, etc.
  • Frequent bending, twisting, and lifting over 50 lbs. and up to 125 lbs. or more on a regular basis and exert 100+ lbs. of pressure when pushing tires
  • Inspects repairs and lubricates equipment, following mfg. instructions to maintain good operating condition
  • Maintains standards of cleanliness, orderliness, and appearance of plant. Sweeps floors and walls as necessary
  • Receives, unloads, and stores in designated places, tread, rubber, repair material, curing bags, etc.
  • Maintains a stock of tread rubber and repair materials, advising manager when replenishment is necessary
  • Ability to withstand repetitive and sustained exertions, forceful exertions, awkward postures, mechanical stress concentrations, vibrations in an environment that includes machinery noise, dust, and exposure to heat
  • Must have ability to understand and comprehend English
  • Must be physically and mentally able to safely perform the essential functions without obvious risk of injury to the employee and co-workers
  • Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, and quality control
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers as necessitated by the work
  • Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
What We Offer
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 401k - Pete's match.25% up to 6% employee contribution
  • Vacation - 2 weeks
  • 15k Life Insurance - additional coverage may be purchased
Physical Demands

Exerts 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands), and identifies and distinguishes colors. Occasionally climbs (ascends or descends ladders, stairs, ramps, and the like), balances. Occasionally stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending at the waist, legs, and spine), and kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees).

Statement of Other Duties

This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described.

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