Trailer Repair Technician

Locally owned and operated, Zolman Tire, Inc. has serviced the automotive, light truck and commercial repair, tire and wheel needs of customers throughout the Mishawaka, IN area since 1978. Over the years we have expanded into eight retail locations in Mishawaka, IN, Granger, IN, South Bend, IN, Niles, MI, Portage, MI, and Kalamazoo, MI and four commercial fleet locations in Mishawaka, IN, South Bend, IN, Galesburg, MI, and Benton Harbor, MI.

We are seeking qualified commercial trailer repair technicians for our Mishawaka location who values safety and teamwork. Techs will be responsible for inspecting structural integrity and bodies of truck classes 3-8, as well as performing basic welding and metal cutting/fabrication (in shop or at customer location). Hours requirements are 8a-5p M-F, with willingness to work overtime as needed. If you are enthusiastic about the commercial tire and repair industry, reliable, and have a positive attitude please apply!

We offer a full benefit package including; weekly pay, employee discounts, medical, dental, vision, 401K/Match, group life insurance, company paid short term disability and life insurance, paid holidays off, paid time off, free and confidential employee assistance program, paid training, employee uniforms, TIA training opportunities, company picnics/events, branded attire, opportunity for growth, and more!

Essential Functions:

• Identify and make repairs to customer fleet vehicles including brake jobs, welding, cutting with a torch, and repairing and replacing parts on the chassis using standard repair tools

• Assist with diagnosing and repairing trailer roll-up and swing doors

• Assist with diagnosing and completion of complex mechanical and electric problems utilizing diagnostic technology/software when applicable with minimal supervision

• For vehicles: Inspect vehicles using inspection forms and report potential repairs to supervisor, perform basic maintenance and repair as directed

• Safely operate and maintain all shop machinery, including but not limited to: safety cage, spreader, balancer, floor jacks or lifts, air powered tools, torque wrench and/or torque sticks

• Read work orders thoroughly and perform all listed tasks

• Perform general housekeeping duties

• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Demands:

• Frequently lift/carry/move over 80 lbs.

• Standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Zolman Tire, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected category

Industry specific and Covid-19 PPE are available to all floor and production staff. We promote a safe work environment and follow all protocols to insure a positive, productive and healthy work experience.

Position Qualifications:

• Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.

• Autonomy – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Customer-Oriented – Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures

• Detail-Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task

• Problem-Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.

• Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy

• Safety-Conscious – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety

• Schedule Flexibility – Employee must be flexible on scheduled hours realizing that business hours are dictated by customer needs and can run past scheduled ending times or start before scheduled beginning times.

• Technical Aptitude – Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information

• Working under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

Exhibit our Vision, Mission and Core Values:

• Vision: The leading and most trusted provider of tires and services in all our geographic markets.

• Mission: Creating raving fans

• Core Values:

o Live with integrity, character & passion

o Commit to the pursuit of perfection

o Possess a servant’s attitude

o Accept the urgency of accountability and the necessity of change

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Lifting: Frequent lifting over 50 pounds from ground to chest high.

• Squatting, bending, and twisting: frequent

• Repetitive motion

• Sustained vibrations

• Standing for extended periods of time.

• Read ticket and perform work listed; write confirmation and recommendation

• Environment: Work in environment that is not climate controlled. Temperatures range from extremely hot to extremely cold, depending on the season.

• Vision (Near, distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception)

• Sense of sound (Alarms, horns and motorized equipment)

• PPE: Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Safety Glasses, gloves, safety harnesses, steel reinforced footwear)

Skills & Abilities:

Education:

High school graduate or general education degree (GED)

Experience:

2+ years of welding experience preferred

Certifications/Licenses:

Valid driver’s license; driving record must meet company’s insurance requirements

TIA 200 Level commercial required before working (company can provide)

Ongoing training is required per company’s standards

Computer:

Able to operate all diagnostics and alignment equipment