Tire Dismounter

As a part of our continued growth, we are looking for dedicated and passionate Tireman-Dismantling to join LKQ! The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure the appropriate tires are in stock and available for customer purchases while monitoring inventory system accuracy. If you are looking for a fantastic career with great benefits and opportunities for growth, LKQ is for you!

Essential Job Duties:

• Proficiently use the required equipment for tires such as the balancer, mounting equipment other applicable equipment including maintaining such equipment.

• Ensure equipment is maintained and materials are safely handled.

• Recognize acceptable and defective tires and wheels and mark them as appropriate.

• Demonstrate the aptitude to understand when to repair or replace the tires, wheels, and other parts and clearly define all work performed to customers.

• Abide by the Company Policies such as attendance, safety, processes, teamwork, training, etc.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Compensation: $18.20 per hour

Education & Experience: High School Diploma or G.E.D. Background in either body repair, mechanical, or previous dismantling experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Complete set of tools as needed to carry out duties. Must possess the ability to follow instructions and accept constructive feedback. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with customers, co-workers, and the public. Must be a self-motivated, hard-working, and dependable person. Must be a safety-conscious person. Must possess the ability to be adaptable and willing to perform duties beyond normal duties.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment: Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Is subject to intense physical labor, and repetitive lifting. Must be able to lift at least 50-75 lbs.

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with Generous Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Short Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts as well as an office environment. Should be able to tolerate high and low-temperature levels and occasional inclement driving conditions. Must have a high energy level, and the ability to work under pressure. This position requires individuals to occasionally be on their feet except when operating machinery or performing supervisory responsibilities. Experience with forklift, order selector, pallet jack, and pull cart is preferred.