Wheel Alignment Technician // Tyre Fitter – Rustenburg
| Location | Rustenburg, South Africa |
| Date Posted | October 9, 2022 |
| Category |
Management
Operations Other |
| Job Type |
Full-time
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| Currency | ZAR |
Description
Bridgestone is looking for experienced Wheel Alignment Technicians// Tyre Fitters to join our branch in Rustenburg.
Duties & Responsibilities
Tyre Maintenance
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- All vehicles to leave the yard with tyres as per SLA;
- All vehicles are surveyed at least once a month;
- Conduct pressure maintenance and correctly capture pressure readings on Survey Sheet;
- Capture tread depth readings over three sections of the tread area and capture on Survey Sheet;
- Fit all wheel positions with valve caps and on all dual positions a valve extension;
- All tyre movements are captured on a Tyre Change Slip;
- All wheel changes must be done subject to SLA;
- Remove smooth tyres and match tread, size and status mismatches;
- Remove tyres with a pressure reading under a 15% of the recommended pressure and check for irregularities;
- Brand tyres as per Bridgestone Commercial and Client agreement;
- Torque all wheel positions at least once a month;
- Report all wheel defects with a Tyre Action Report;
- Inspect and clean rims before fitting tyres.
Stock
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- Stock is taken on a daily basis in a Bridgestone Commercial Stock Book;
- Stock must be taken by size and brand number;
- Report daily stock to Customer. (Sign off Stock Sheet);
- All tyres in stock must have a brand number for identification.
Health & Safety
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- Correctly lift motor vehicle;
- Utilize correct tools for the job;
- Correctly fit tyres to rim;
- Fit wheels on to motor vehicles correctly;
- Always dressed in Bridgestone Commercial PPE;
- Handle tools with care and keep them clean at all times;
- Ensure work area and yard is always clean;
- Machines & tools are always stored correct and safely;
- Dressing rooms are always presentable and neat;
- Ensure that no company property gets damaged;
- Tyres are neatly packed and clearly marked for easy identification;
- Comply with the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act;
- Ensure Personal Protective Equipment and facilities provided by the company are in good and clean working condition.
Administration
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- Capture tyre survey info in a Bridgestone Commercial Survey Book;
- Capture all tyre movements in a Bridgestone Commercial Tyre Change Slip Book;
- All tyres sent to the factory must be captured in a Factory Control Book;
- Keep a Branding Register of all tyres branded;
- All paperwork must be stored in a save dry place.
Customer Liaison
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- Identify all Maintenance Related Problems and report to the customer;
- Maintain a good working relationship with the customer;
- Undertake all reasonable requests and instructions, given verbally or in writing that falls within the parameters of own line of duty;
- Ensure customer satisfaction at all times.
General Responsibilities
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- Torque wrench spring relax after use;
- Lubricate impact on daily basis;
- Drain water traps and compressor daily;
- Clean and store equipment daily;
- Compliance to health and safety procedures on site.
Desired Experience & Qualification
Requirements:
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- Matric
- Proficiency in English
- 2 years Tyre Fitting / Wheel Aligment experience
Package & Remuneration
Negotiable based on experience