Tyre technician, Kaihangarau taea
Also known as
- Tyre fitter, wheel alignment technician, truck tyre fitter
Tyre technicians repair and fit tyres for all types of vehicles. They may advise customers on different types of tyres and check or adjust wheel alignment.
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$26 to $38
Most common
$48
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-1 year
Tyre technicians
- usually work regular business hours but may work shifts and be on call
- usually work in workshops and may travel locally
- may work in dusty, dirty and noisy conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be practical, accurate and methodical
Tasks
- operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment
- install vehicle parts or accessories
- remove parts or components from vehicles
- test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning
- service vehicles to maintain functionality
- repair tyres
- assemble mechanical components or machine parts
- reassemble equipment after repair
- inspect mechanical components of vehicles to identify problems
- clean work areas
Practical
Organised
Investigative
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou learn on the job to become a tyre technician and a qualification may be useful.
You may need
- a relevant tertiary qualification in automotive engineering and technology
- to pass a drug and alcohol test
- a driver licence
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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