Tire Technician
Evansville, IN • Tire Technician
Description

  At Black Equipment, we know what matters to skilled technicians like you:

  • Are you looking for a position where your hard work is respected, and your contributions matter?
  • Are you tired of jobs that treat you like just another number?
  • Do you enjoy working independently and solving problems in the field?
  • Do you take pride in keeping customers' equipment operating safely and efficiently?
  • Do you want steady hours, good pay, and a company that supports your family and work-life balance?

Join a team that values your experience, invests in your training, and gives you the tools you need to succeed.


As a Tire Technician at Black Equipment, you'll install, replace, repair, and maintain industrial tires on forklifts and material handling equipment at customer locations and in our shop. You'll work with a variety of tire types including cushion, pneumatic, and solid tires using a tire press. Your work directly impacts customer productivity by minimizing downtime and ensuring equipment operates safely. Whether you're servicing equipment at a customer facility or working in one of our branches, you'll be an important part of keeping businesses moving.


What You'll Do:

  • Remove, install, and service industrial forklift tires
  • Operate tire presses, hydraulic equipment, service trucks, and related tools safely
  • Inspect tires, wheels, and related components for wear, damage, and safety concerns
  • Recommend replacement and maintenance solutions to customers
  • Complete work orders and service documentation accurately
  • Build trust with customers through professional, high-quality service
  • Follow all OSHA, company, and customer safety requirements

What You'll Gain:

  • Hands-on tire service training
  • Respect for your experience and a voice in team decisions
  • A collaborative, drama-free culture where your work is appreciated
  • Opportunities to learn material handling equipment and advance your career
  • Diverse work environments including warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and distribution centers
  • Independence and responsibility in a customer-facing role
  • A position in a family-owned business that doesn't treat employees like a number
  • Managers you can easily contact and rely on
  • Conveniently located branches

Benefits We Offer:

  •  $25 – $30-Plus/hr. ($1,000 – $1,200+ weekly) based on experience. Top performers earn significantly more
  • Predictable 40 hours per week (occasional OT available)
  • Day shift, M-F
  • Weekly pay with direct deposit and an app you can use to monitor pay and benefits
  • Paid for every hour you work
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
  • Short-Term Disability (company paid)
  • Long-Term Disability (company paid)
  • Life Insurance Policy (company paid)
  • 401(k) with matching contribution (1/2 up to 4%)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) after 90 days
  • Bereavement leave
  • Uniforms provided
  • Boot allowance
  • Company-provided cellphone
Requirements

Minimum Requirements

  • Communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, and management
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality
  • Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to safely use hand tools
  • Ability to learn industrial tire service techniques and safety procedures
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision  
  • Ability to safely maintain control of heavy components during removal and installation (average lift capacity is 150lbs)
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and work in physically demanding environments throughout the day
  • Ability to work in warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and outdoor environments as needed
  •  Ability to accurately complete work orders and service paperwork 

Preferred

  • Forklift, material handling, or industrial equipment experience
  • Experience using hydraulic presses, jacks, and lifting equipment

Certificates & Licenses

  • Valid driver's license
  • Clean driving record
  • Must have or be able to obtain DOT Medical