Career Details

Tire Builders

Operate machines to build tires.

What You’ll Do

Depress pedals to rotate drums, and wind specified numbers of plies around drums to form tire bodies.
Activate bead setters that press prefabricated beads onto plies.
Inspect worn tires for faults, cracks, cuts and nail holes, and to determine if tires are suitable for retreading.

Abilities You’ll Need

Attention Span|Comprehension|Coordination|Dependability|Hands-On Activities|Problem Recognition|Problem Solving|Reasoning

Knowledge You’ll Gain

Administration and Management|Production and Processing|Public Safety and Security

What You’ll Earn

Average: $53,760.00

Range

High: $63,510.00

Low : $34,230.00

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Education Needed

High school Diploma

Skills

Communication|Critical Thinking|Dependability|Mechanical Skills|Monitoring|Time Management

Technology

Microsoft Office Software