FORT BEND COUNTY DEPARTMENT: ROAD and BRIDGE JOB TITLE: TIRE SERVICE TECHNICIAN Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. JOB SUMMARY: Provides tire repair and maintenance for department vehicles. Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department. DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Repairs and maintains tires and tire equipment for department vehicles. Maintains available inventory of all service center vehicles and equipment, tires, tubes, and wheels. Makes road calls to install tires on department vehicles, as needed. Inspects tools and equipment used in tire repair and requests replacement equipment as needed. Cleans, inspects, restores, and reassembles rims and rings to safe working condition. Balances tire and wheel after assembly. Coordinates with supervisor regarding upcoming equipment usage. Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers. REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma/GED. Two years job related experience including thorough knowledge of tire and wheel maintenance. Knowledge of tire sensors and placement; knowledge of tractors, high water vehicles and emergency vehicles. Ability to understand and carry out instructions. Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize own work. Valid Texas Commercial Drivers License. SALARY RANGE: $17.60 - $22.00 hourly based on qualifications. All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits. Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.