Tire Repairer

Other Jobs To Apply

No other job posts for this day.

## Job Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for removing, repairing, and replacing damaged tires on automotive vehicles and heavy equipment. Exercises no supervision.

This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

  • *Work Location**
San Antonio Fleet Operations & Maintenance - 329 S. Frio Street, San Antonio, Texas 78207
  • *Work Hours**

Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM or 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM

## Essential Job Functions
  • Removes and replaces worn or defective tires on automobiles, trucks, light and heavy equipment.
  • Cleans and maintains tools, equipment, and work area.
  • Removes wheels from vehicle by hand or uses power hoist to repair giant tires of heavy equipment and frequently lifting/carrying of up to
100 pounds.
  • Locates puncture in tires by visual inspection or water immersion.
  • Seals puncture or repairs ruptures by using adhesive material, tire patches, or rubber cement.
  • Operates tire breaking and tire balancing machine.
  • Picks up, delivers, and repairs tires for all City centers.
  • Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
## Job Requirements
  • Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
  • One (1) year of tire shop attendant experience.
  • *Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of tools and equipment used for tire replacements and repairs.
  • Knowledge of wheel balancing procedures.
  • Ability to remove, repair, and replace tires on automobiles, trucks, and heavy equipment.
  • Ability to frequently lift and carry 75 pounds.
  • *Applicant Information
  • Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
  • Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
  • Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
  • If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
## Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of tools and equipment used for tire replacements and repairs.
  • Knowledge of wheel balancing procedures.
  • Ability to remove, repair, and replace tires on automobiles, trucks, and heavy equipment.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
  • Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations.
  • Working conditions are inside a shop environment with exposure to dust, noise, dangerous equipment, materials and temperature variations.
Back to blog

Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

This is what this question poses: When do you focus and start working seriously? What are the hours you work optimally? Are you a night owl? A morning bird? Remote teams can be made up of people working on different shifts and around the world, so you won't necessarily be stuck in the 9-5 schedule if it's not for you...

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

When you're working on a remote team, there's no way to chat in the hallway between meetings or catch up on the latest project during an office carpool. Therefore, virtual communication will be absolutely essential to get your work done...

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

Many people want to work remotely because of the flexibility it allows. You can work anywhere and at any time of the day...

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

With this question, companies are looking to see what equipment they may need to provide you with and to verify how aware you are of what remote working could mean for you physically and logistically...

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

Several years ago, I was working in a team to plan a big event. My supervisor made us all work as a team before the big day. One of our activities has been to find out how each of us processes information...

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

Or you may receive even more specific questions, such as: What's on your calendar? Do you plan blocks of time to do certain types of work? Do you have an open calendar that everyone can see?...

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

Just like your schedule, how you track files and other information is very important. After all, everything is digital!...

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

The day I watched Marie Forleo's film separating the important from the urgent, my life changed. Not all remote jobs start fast, but most of them are...

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

Just as communication is essential when working remotely, so is organization. Because you won't have those opportunities in the elevator or a casual conversation in the lunchroom, you should take advantage of the little time you have in a video or phone conference...

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

This is a great question because it shows your comfort level with technology, which is very important for a remote worker because you will be working with technology over time...