Tire Installer – Costco – St. John’s, NL

Costco’s Tire Centre at 75 Danny Drive in St. John’s, Newfoundland is looking for a skilled and motivated Tire Installer to join their team. If you’re comfortable working with vehicles, enjoy hands-on mechanical work, and take pride in delivering excellent service to members, this role is worth a closer look.

Day to day, you’ll be doing everything from mounting and balancing tires to resetting TPMS sensors, handling member transactions, and keeping the Tire Centre running smoothly. It’s a physically active role that combines technical tire installation skills with direct member interaction and a strong emphasis on safety standards.

About the Role: Tire Installer

As a Tire Installer at Costco St. John’s, you’ll be responsible for the full cycle of tire centre operations. That means driving member vehicles into the install bay, removing and mounting tires using industry-standard equipment, performing wheel balancing, and ensuring all vehicles are released only after a proper 10-point check and torque authorization. You’ll also handle flat tire repairs in accordance with Tire Industry Standards and perform 40KM torque checks as required.

Beyond the mechanical work, this position requires strong communication skills. You’ll be answering member questions, providing product recommendations using the 5 steps of selling, processing payments, handling warranty refunds, and coordinating with the Tire Centre manager and other departments regarding special orders and inventory. Safety compliance is central to every task, from following American Lift Institute standards when raising vehicles to adhering to TIA R.I.S.T. standards when reattaching wheels.

Benefits and Salary

Costco is widely recognized across Canada for offering competitive compensation and a strong benefits package to its employees. While specific salary details for this position are not listed in the posting, Costco typically provides eligible employees with health and dental benefits, paid time off, RRSP matching, and access to discounted Costco memberships. The company is known for promoting from within, which means this role can open doors to longer-term growth within the warehouse.

Responsibilities

This role covers a wide range of tasks across tire installation, member service, and Tire Centre operations. You’ll move between mechanical work and customer-facing duties throughout your shift, so adaptability and efficiency are key to performing well in this position.

• Mount and balance tires using mounting machines and wheel balancers, attaching wheel weights to ensure proper balance
• Drive member vehicles into the install bay, raise them using hydraulic hoists according to American Lift Institute standards, and return them to the lot after service
• Reset and relearn TPMS sensors using Costco-supplied tools as required after tire installation
• Repair flat tires for members following Tire Industry Standards and perform 40KM torque checks as needed
• Process tire sales and service invoices, handle payments (cash, cheque, credit/debit), and calculate warranty refunds for tires and auto batteries
• Assist members in selecting the right tires using product knowledge and persuasive selling techniques
• Stock and organize tires on the sales floor in accordance with the Tire Centre manager’s merchandising plan
• Communicate with buyers, receiving, and inventory departments regarding special orders, pricing, delivery, and promotions
• Maintain cleanliness of the install and sales areas by sweeping, mopping, spraying, and wiping throughout the shift
• Assist with propane refills (once provincially certified) following all applicable safety procedures and guidelines

Requirements / Skills

Costco is looking for candidates who are detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in a fast-paced physical environment. Prior experience in the tire industry is a definite advantage, and the ability to interact professionally with members is equally important in this role.

• Valid driver’s licence is required to operate member vehicles within the Tire Centre
• Must pass the Costco Tire certification test — training will be provided for qualified candidates
• High School Diploma or GED is preferred for this position
• Previous tire installation or tire sales experience is preferred and will be given priority consideration
• Propane certification (provincial PP0-3 and TDG Certification from PTI 100-11 program) required for propane-related duties at applicable locations
• Strong communication skills to answer member inquiries, provide price quotes by phone and in person, and coordinate with internal departments

How to Apply

To apply for the Tire Installer position at Costco St. John’s, use the link below to access the official job posting. Make sure your resume is up to date and reflects any relevant tire installation or automotive service experience before submitting.

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