Also called: Truck Tire Technician, Road Service Tire Tech
Repairs and replaces tires on trucks, buses, and heavy equipment, including roadside emergency calls.
A commercial tire tech changes truck tires in the shop, then answers a 2 a.m. call to fix a blowout on the highway. Big earthmover tires can be 13 feet tall.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. On-the-job training; tire industry certifications.
Ways in: On-the-job training, Certification. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Growing about average (about 3% over 10 years). BLS 2025-35 projection band for SOC 49-3093: Average (3% to 4%).
Low risk for 10 years. Tire sensors flag problems, but changing big tires roadside stays hands-on.
Age 18+. One way to start: Apply to commercial tire dealers or truck stops for tire tech trainee jobs
Classes: Auto tech CTE, PE or fitness.
Official data: O*NET occupation 49-3093.
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