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BestDrive Service Tech/Mechanic

Location
St. Louis, MO
Listed
7 days ago

About the role

The Tire Service Technician position is essential to our business. This person must be able to properly dismount, mount, balance, and repair Commercial Vehicle and Medium Truck tires. Employees will be responsible for all aspects of tire and related service and repair for off-the-road equipment (construction, earthmoving, mining, farm etc.) as well as other duties as assigned by the manager.

How You Will Make an Impact

  • Mount/Dismount/Install tires & tire/wheel assemblies
  • Load/Unload tires on and off trucks
  • Repair Tires
  • Follow established procedures to inspect tires and wheels before and after service.
  • Determine repairable tire conditions and make such repairs.
  • Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.
  • Document work performed accurately and according to company policy.
  • Operate heavy-duty tire service equipment and tools including boom cranes, cribbing, jacks, compressors, and electric and hydraulic equipment.
  • Unbolt and re-bolt wheels from/to equipment, using lug wrenches and other hand and power tools.
  • Mount and dismount any type of off-the-road tire including but not limited to multi-piece rims.
  • Perform emergency road service calls on nights and/or weekends on a rotating basis.
  • Proper maintenance of assigned service vehicle including an appearance as well as onboard service equipment and tools.
  • Comply with OSHA regulations and safety requirements pertaining to this position.

How You Will Make an Impact

  • The Mechanic position is essential to our business.
  • This person must be able to properly align and repair suspension components for Commercial Vehicles and Medium Trucks.
  • Employees will be responsible for all aspects related to service or repair for passenger and light trucks (medium trucks, buses, and motor coaches) and trailers.

Essential Duties

  • Perform 2- and 4-wheel alignments on passenger cars
  • Perform 2, 4- or 6-wheel alignments on light & medium trucks, buses, and motor coaches.
  • Repair or replace suspension components when required
  • Repair trailer components
  • Utilize above ground lifts for brake repairs along with any other miscellaneous related repairs
  • Order, stock, and inventory parts necessary for alignment and brake repairs.
  • All other duties as assigned by the manager.

What You Bring to the Role

  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Valid Driver's License
  • minimum 2 years experience with trailer mechanics
  • The ability to work in a fast paced, customer service-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work on a team and independently
  • Ability to communicate, verbally and written, clearly and professionally with co-workers and management.

Additional information

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Additional Ways to Stand Out

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 1-2 years mechanic or alignment experience
  • TIA certification

Additional Information: Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • Work hours are generally 7-5 Monday - Friday. Saturday and evenings as needed; may have little to no advance notice.
  • Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures/guidelines must be followed.
  • This position operates in all types of indoor and outdoor work environments, therefore exposure to heat and cold is to be expected.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, bend, climb, lift, and walk.
  • Required to handle hazardous materials and wear various forms of protective equipment (safety shoes, gloves, protective eyewear, etc.). Comply with OSHA regulations and safety requirements.
  • Required to lift 75-100 lbs. routinely; may be required to occasionally lift up to 150 lbs. individually.

The Perks

  • Immediate Benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Discounts, including tire discounts
  • Employer 401(k) Match
  • Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Future Growth Opportunities
  • And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

About the Company

BestDrive, a wholly owned subsidiary of Continental, is quickly becoming the top choice among commercial trucking fleets for our high-quality products and exceptional service.

BestDrive Commercial Tire Centers specializes in providing fleet customers with innovative tire solutions including award-winning Continental and General Tire brand products, innovative commercial solution products such as ContiPressureCheck, and a wide array of multi-brand truck tires to address all market segments.

Since our founding in 2012, we presently have 25 locations throughout the United States and continue to rapidly expand our footprint throughout the country.

Read the original posting

From Continental's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 2, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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