Maintain Trucks
Everything revolves around you.
As the old saying goes, the wheel goes round and round. In the trucking industry, that's a make-it or break-it factor. If a truck or trailer's tires aren't in proper working order, they can have a serious impact on a carrier's bottom line. So if you want to see that trucks, truck-tractors and trailers are equipped with safe and properly functioning tires – and you're the type of person who never tires of tires – then maybe you should consider joining the trucking industry as a Wheel and Tire Technician.
- What would I do?
- Where would I work?
- How do I get to be a Wheel and Tire Technician?
- Where would I go from here?
- How do I get started?
How do I get started?
If you're interested in becoming a Wheel and Tire Technician, it's best to contact a local carrier or maintenance facility in your area to see what they require for this job. Also, because this is an apprenticeable trade in some provinces and jurisdictions, you can contact your provincial trades and apprenticeship office to learn more.