Commercial Motor Vehicle Tire Technician
Alaska West Express, Fairbanks, AK, United States
Alaska West is currently seeking a
Commercial Motor Vehicle Tire Technician
based out of Fairbanks, Alaska.
The Commercial Motor Vehicle Tire Technician will change all tires including light vehicles, commercial motor vehicles, forklifts and service equipment. Prepares tires for installation; mounts and demounts tires on rims and vehicles; fills tires to the proper air pressure. Manages inventory, maintains tire room and related tools and equipment. Responsibilities will include complying with all company safety policies and DOT regulations, performing tire repairs on the commercial motor vehicle fleet.
This position will routinely service equipment operating on the Dalton Highway, including typical tire and wheel configurations such as:
Steer tires: 11R22.5 and 11R24.5
Drive tires: 11R22.5, 295/75R22.5, and 12R22.5 (open shoulder and lug patterns for traction)
Trailer tires: 11R22.5, 11R24.5, and lowboy/float sizes such as 255/70R22.5
Wide-base/super single applications: 445/50R22.5 and 455/55R22.5 (where applicable)
Off‑road/heavy haul applications: 12.00R24 and specialty tires for support equipment
Work includes operating in cold weather environments, requiring proper tire selection, siping (when applicable), and inspection for cuts, chunking, and irregular wear caused by gravel and extreme temperatures.
What Makes You Successful In This Position
1-3 years of experience with commercial motor vehicle tires
Proficient in using diagnostic tools and equipment and completing job work orders using Transman Fleet Equipment Maintenance System
Operate company vehicles and forklifts in a safe, professional manner
Excellent attention to detail and precision in work
Ability to always follow all company policies and procedures
Why should you work here?
Competitive wages with safety and performance bonuses
401(k) plan with up to 6% employer match
Excellent benefit options including medical, dental and vision with low costs for full family coverage
Paid time off
Ability to move and grow with an expanding organization
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Commercial Motor Vehicle Tire Technician
based out of Fairbanks, Alaska.
The Commercial Motor Vehicle Tire Technician will change all tires including light vehicles, commercial motor vehicles, forklifts and service equipment. Prepares tires for installation; mounts and demounts tires on rims and vehicles; fills tires to the proper air pressure. Manages inventory, maintains tire room and related tools and equipment. Responsibilities will include complying with all company safety policies and DOT regulations, performing tire repairs on the commercial motor vehicle fleet.
This position will routinely service equipment operating on the Dalton Highway, including typical tire and wheel configurations such as:
Steer tires: 11R22.5 and 11R24.5
Drive tires: 11R22.5, 295/75R22.5, and 12R22.5 (open shoulder and lug patterns for traction)
Trailer tires: 11R22.5, 11R24.5, and lowboy/float sizes such as 255/70R22.5
Wide-base/super single applications: 445/50R22.5 and 455/55R22.5 (where applicable)
Off‑road/heavy haul applications: 12.00R24 and specialty tires for support equipment
Work includes operating in cold weather environments, requiring proper tire selection, siping (when applicable), and inspection for cuts, chunking, and irregular wear caused by gravel and extreme temperatures.
What Makes You Successful In This Position
1-3 years of experience with commercial motor vehicle tires
Proficient in using diagnostic tools and equipment and completing job work orders using Transman Fleet Equipment Maintenance System
Operate company vehicles and forklifts in a safe, professional manner
Excellent attention to detail and precision in work
Ability to always follow all company policies and procedures
Why should you work here?
Competitive wages with safety and performance bonuses
401(k) plan with up to 6% employer match
Excellent benefit options including medical, dental and vision with low costs for full family coverage
Paid time off
Ability to move and grow with an expanding organization
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