Tire Technician

Waste Connections

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Waste Connections is looking for a reliable Tire Technician to join our team in Bridgeton, Missouri. This is an entry‑level position ideal for someone interested in learning the maintenance side of the waste industry, with the opportunity to grow into a Diesel Mechanic role over time. WHY YOU NEED TO JOIN US: • CULTURE: It’s a great place to work! We operate in an environment where empowered, self‑directed team members know their work is important and valued. • INTEGRITY: Our definition is “saying what you will do and then doing it.” We keep our promises to our customers and our employees. • GROWTH: This position offers hands‑on training and exposure to fleet maintenance, with clear advancement opportunities into diesel mechanic roles. All tools are provided. OUR PEOPLE MEAN EVERYTHING TO US Waste Connections is always working to protect the health of the communities we serve, and we are grateful for the hard work and dedication that you bring to your job every day. Working here means you are a safety-minded individual who is making important contributions on a daily basis that will make a positive impact on those around you. We appreciate that you are a person of integrity who takes pride in the work you do. Our Opportunities BUILD TALENT FROM WITHIN People who want to gain valuable professional experience will find that Waste Connections is a fantastic place to work. You’ll enjoy the opportunity for beneficial training and professional development opportunities that can help enhance your skills and lead the way to a more promising future. LET’S REALIZE YOUR GOALS TOGETHER Bring your passion to succeed and you’ll quickly discover that great opportunities are all around you. At Waste Connections, you’ll thrive if you are friendly, dedicated, and prefer a work hard/play hard culture that is focused on maintaining our reputation as the premier waste services company in the markets we serve. Bring your passion to succeed and you’ll quickly discover that great opportunities and people are all around you. We operate a highly decentralized structure, so we look for energetic individuals who can demonstrate individual initiative and creativity and prefer a work hard/play hard team environment and culture. At Waste Connections, diversity and inclusion are essential to our success. We hire and empower great, capable people from a wide variety of backgrounds and lead with our values. For more than 20 years, we have maintained a culture of safety, integrity and service to build a great place to work. Our culture is built on taking care of each other and the communities we serve.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English
Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
Dependable, safety‑minded, and able to work independently or as part of a team

Nice To Haves

Prior tire or mechanical experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Perform routine tire inspections on fleet vehicles to identify wear, damage, and safety concerns
Repair tires as needed, including patching, plugging, and other approved repair methods
Mount, dismount, and balance tires on company vehicles and equipment
Coordinate with tire vendors for replacements, repairs, and service scheduling
Maintain accurate records of tire inspections, repairs, and inventory
Ensure tires meet company safety standards and DOT requirements
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in compliance with company policies and OSHA standards
Communicate effectively with shop personnel and management regarding tire conditions and needs
Assist the maintenance team with additional duties as assigned