OTR Tire Technician

• Perform all aspects of tire shop work related to the customer sites.
• Assist mine maintenance staff as required.
• Perform appropriate maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Maintain appropriate tire inspection and maintenance programs on site.
• Perform after-hours call-outs and alternate MTG site vacation as coverage as required.
• Demonstrate and promote best practices for the customer.

• Dismount and mount tires for a variety of vehicles for the mining tire industry.
• Ensure that all tires are mounted safely and according to load requirements.
• Perform equipment checks and calibrations.
• Perform wheel alignment.
• Fit and remove wheels from any type of vehicle.
• Mount and strip any type of tire and assemble rims.
• Balance any type of tire and rim assembly.
• Perform repairs to tires and tubes.
• Perform Inspections and determine the suitability of wheel components to remain in service.
• Operate heavy-duty tire servicing equipment and tools.
• Conduct maintenance checks and ensure all work is done according to Kal Tire work and safety standards.
• Complete required reporting and logging of data, as required.
• Ensure the warehouse is maintained in an orderly, clean, and safe manner.
• Assist in maintaining stock for tire-related equipment.

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and requirements.
• Ensure that hygiene standards are maintained in the facility.
• Report hazards, unsafe work conditions and equipment to your Supervisor/lead hand so the appropriate action to eliminate or reduce the risk to acceptable levels
• Report all incidents and injuries according to procedures
• Assist and co-operate with the site safety representative to resolve safety issues identified
• Use and maintain Personal Protective Equipment at all times
• Perform vehicle Pre-start checks according to procedures
• Actively participate in regular meetings and inspections in order to promote and improve safety in the workplace and document accordingly
• Read and confirm incident notices and other safety information conveyed to all personnel
• Comply with site emergency evacuation procedures

• All safety standards are followed and work is performed without incident to team, equipment or tires.
• Correct and safe use of tire service tools and equipment are performed
• Tires are repaired efficiently to meet the needs of the customer.
• Team member contributes to the smooth operations of the Kal Tire Shop.

• At least two years of related experience with direct experience as a tire technician preferred.
• OTR service training and certifications desired.
• Experience operating and maintaining tire manipulators, forklifts, and service trucks.
• Experience working in an environment where safety procedures are a key part of daily operations.

• Able to physically perform the duties of an OTR Tire Technician safely.
• Able to obtain and maintain all applicable licenses, certificates as required to perform the duties as required to work at mine sites.
• Able to perform mechanically related tasks.
• Able to follow all safety procedures and work in a safe manner.
• Able to work in a results-oriented, fast-paced environment as part of a team.
• Must be a self-starter and willing to take the initiative, solve problems, be able and willing to work without direct supervision, and be willing to attend appropriate training sessions.
• Understand tire failure causes and analysis.
• Good communication skills and ability to express themselves well both verbally and in writing.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent.
• Additional certification and training preferred.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to comply with relevant insurance policies.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment test containing but not limited to a drug and alcohol assessment.

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