Tire Technician

Tire Technician

Salary

$36,816.00 - $38,958.40 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2700236

Department

Solid Waste Management

Division

SW-Maint

Opening Date

09/01/2026

Closing Date

9/15/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

BL

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Position Summary

This position will be responsible for the maintenance, tire care and repair of Solid Waste tires including light, medium, and heavy-duty automobiles, trucks, and equipment.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

Essential functions: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Diagnose (and perform repair) malfunctions of tires and suspension.
• Tire installations, balancing, rotate, repair and inflation tires to prescribed PSI per load requirements.
• Assist in research and implement new tire technologies to improve processes, increase efficiency and analyze performance.
• Collect, interpret data and misalignments diagnose performance issues.
• Communicate findings to management in clear, productive way.
• Proper execution of required billing documents.
• Maintain inventory order parts, supplies, lubricants, tires and other materials as needed.
• Ability to work with tire assemblies from heavy trucks and SWMD Vehicles.
• Organizes the work site, the vehicles and the appropriate tools and equipment for optimum job efficiency and safety.
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment while adhering to SWMD policies and procedure.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform general maintenance and cleaning of tire shop area.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education directly related to the minimum requirements below may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

High school diploma or GED required; and

One (1) year of tire repair experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Drivers License or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operators Permit (COP) within six (6) month from date of hire.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Shop, field, disposal environment; work around heavy construction equipment; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, potentially hazardous chemicals, waste and infectious materials; inclement weather conditions.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for light to heavy lifting and carrying; bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling; standing for prolonged periods of time; operating motorized equipment and vehicles. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Must be able to function well in a physically demanding environment.

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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Albuquerque Police Department

01

Do you possess a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or have the ability to obtain one by date of hire? (Attach a copy of your Drivers License)

• Yes
• No

02

Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements. (Attach supporting degree or transcripts)

• No High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or GED
• Non/degree accredited- Some College
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Juris Doctorate
• Doctorate

03

Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

Required Question

Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV