Tire Mechanic

Ready To Go Further?

Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You'll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You'll feel it in the support you get on day one from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it's exactly what going further is all about.

Position Summary

Supports the fleet maintenance operations by installing and inspecting tires and rims on tractor trailers.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Removes and installs tire and rim assemblies from class 6, 7, and 8 trucks, trailers, and convertor dollies.
• Uses hydraulic jacks and stands to gain access to the unit and replace tire assemblies.
• Operates, lifts, moves, and stores specialized equipment to maintain, inspect, and repair tires or rims.
• Repairs tires outside the maintenance facility utilizing a service truck.
• Inspect tires for wear, damage, and proper inflation.
• Dispose of old tires in compliance with environmental regulations.
• Mounts and dismounts tires or rims using specialized tire machines.

Preferred Qualifications

Pay Rate : $28.50 - $32.75 per hour, based on experience

Benefits

At Saia, your success is our success! That's why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won't go unnoticed.

At Saia, our people are the reason we've been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we've created a positive culture that's driven by our core values like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we're always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you're ready to put your career on a solid path, let's go further.

Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.