Tire Installer

Advance Auto Parts

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Río Grande, Puerto Rico

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Tire Installer is responsible for removing and replacing worn or defective tires and providing balancing services to ensure customer satisfaction. Additionally, the role involves performing general workshop maintenance and operating vehicle lifts safely.

Qualifications

You have basic knowledge about vehicles and can perform tire installation, replacement, and balancing services using diagnostic equipment. You must possess a valid driver's license and the ability to operate both manual and automatic transmissions.

Must Have Skills for ATS

tire installation

tire balancing

tire repair

diagnostic equipment

tire installation machines

tire balancing machines

tire repair equipment

vehicle maintenance

Job Description

Job Description

Primary Duties: The Tire Installer’s primary responsibility is to add value to each client’s transaction ensuring that they are satisfied with their experience buying at Western Auto and that upon leaving the store are completely satisfied with their purchase. Removes worn or defective tires and replaces them with new tires using the necessary tools and equipment.

1.         Reads and comprehends training manuals, service tickets, etc.

2.         Has basic knowledge about vehicles.

3.         Checks basic elements of the vehicle’s tires according to Western Auto’s methods for tire and courtesy inspections.

4.         Installs, replaces, and fixes tires and provides tire balancing services.

5.         Uses knowledge of diagnostic equipment - tire installation machines and balancing, and tire repair equipment.

6.         Must have a valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and the ability to drive cars with manual or automatic transmissions.

7.         Handles a fast-paced work environment, stress, and stressful situations in a professional manner.

8.         Performs maintenance tasks - sweeping/mopping the workshop floor, cleaning/maintaining the equipment, emptying the garbage bins, cleaning the parking area, etc.

9.         Operates the workshop lifts appropriately.

10.      Is competitive and has a team player’s attitude.

11.      Follows the company guidelines in terms of protection, safety, hygiene, and the dress code.

12.      Can install batteries if they are a mechanics student and a supervisor is nearby.

Physical Requirements:

This job requires continually standing, bending, kneeling, twisting, turning around, and lifting weights up to approximately 75 lbs. (sometimes the weight will exceed 75 lbs). Performs additional tasks as required.

Tire Installer Training Requirements:

1.     Completes the Western Auto orientation training.

Performance Expectations: Reliability, Quality, Productivity Standards.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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Advance Auto Parts

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers. As of January 3, 2026, Advance operated 4,305 stores primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Company also served 809 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands. Additional information about Advance, including employment opportunities, customer services, and online shopping for parts, accessories and other offerings can be found at www.AdvanceAutoParts.com.
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