How to find a tyre fitter: the busy season and permanent work
The season decides how many people you need
A tyre shop is one of the most seasonal businesses: before long trips, festive seasons and the rainy season there are queues at the shop, while at other times it is much calmer. So many owners look for a worker just for the busy season or take an assistant for the peak. In the vacancy say right away whether it is permanent work or for a few weeks, because candidates search differently.
Also decide which wheels the person will work with: cars, SUVs or trucks. Truck wheels need different tools, more effort and different pay.
How to search on BlaBlaPrice
You write one vacancy request in your own words, and candidates reply in the chat: about their experience, shifts and expected pay. Before it is shown, the request is checked: no ads or contacts in the text, with hints on what to add.
Your number stays hidden, and only the candidate you choose gets it. The vacancy is active for 7 days and can be extended. It is free for employers. Read more in “How it works”.
What to put in the vacancy
- Duties — fitting, removing, balancing, vulcanising, puncture repair;
- Type of vehicles — cars, trucks, motorcycles;
- Pay — a share of takings, per wheel, rate per shift;
- Location and shifts — city, 2 on 2 off or daily in the busy season;
- Employment — for the busy season or permanent;
- Experience — worked on a tyre changer or only assisted.
Example: “We need a tyre fitter for the busy season at a shop in Toronto. Car and truck wheels, fitting, balancing, vulcanising. Shifts 2 on, 2 off, pay 40% of takings, regular employment, at least 1 year of experience.”
How to select a candidate
Ask about practice: which machines they have used (semi-automatic or automatic), how they balance alloy wheels and how they handle low-profile tyres and pressure sensors. A good tyre fitter treats wheels carefully and checks the bolt tightening torque.
This is physically hard work, so be honest about the workload in the busy season. Arrange a trial shift and agree who is responsible for a damaged wheel. If you only need a seasonal helper, say so.
Think about the equipment: a working tyre changer, balancing machine and vulcanizer directly affect the speed and safety of the work. A person who lifts wheels all day needs breaks and decent conditions. Say separately whether you provide gloves and work clothes. Add whether there are tips and how they are shared, as on a tyre shop they are a noticeable part of income, and candidates often ask about it.
For those looking for a job
If you are looking for a job as a tyre fitter, register on BlaBlaPrice as a service provider, choose this category and your area, and respond to vacancies, including seasonal ones. Nearby are a vehicle fitter and a car washer.
