Thompson Tire & Service

Description: Summary/Objective The location manager “owns” their location, a critical role. The Location Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the entire facility, ensuring everything is run in accordance with company policies and safety protocols, maintaining profitability, and serving as the liaison between management and the facility and between employees and customers. An essential part of this position is creating an efficient, positive work environment and fostering good communication and strong business practices. This position will be hands-on and will work directly in the business. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Essential Functions Responsible for the profitability of the store’s operation. Advertising and promotions for the store’s operation. Hiring, training, supervising, evaluating, and disciplining all personnel at the location: Communicating effectively and leading all staff members. Working...

Description:    Summary/Objective The primary role for this position is to perform diagnostic, tire repairs, and maintenance procedures on customer vehicles. The Light Duty Mechanic is responsible for delivering efficient, comprehensive service that meets all quality and safety requirements while providing outstanding service to our customers. All work provided must follow company policies, procedures, and industry best practices, and no employee should attempt to do any work for which they have not been trained. Essential Functions • Remove and repair or replace tires using proper tools and methods. • Inspection of damage and repairs to ensure that our customers have safe, reliable transportation. • Preventative Maintenance: Perform routine servicing, including oil changes, fluid flushes, tire rotations/balancing, and filter replacements. • Diagnostics: Utilize advanced computerized testing equipment to identify and troubleshoot. • Testing: Conduct test drives...

Description: Thompson Tire and Service is seeking an experienced commercial tire sales representative for its Cedar Rapids and Davenport locations. The position offers earnings potential exceeding $100,000, a solid business foundation, and strong growth opportunities. The Outside Sales position leads commercial field sales and, as such, continually serves existing clients and strives to secure new clients or expanded contracts. As part of this role, the Outside Sales position is responsible for regularly reporting to the store manager on sales calls, trends, and direction. The Outside Salesperson must maintain current knowledge of industry products, as well as improvements and promotions. Essential Functions Make sales presentations to trucking, commercial, wholesale, and other accounts as required. Conduct cold calls and develop new accounts. Keep records and customer history to maximize sales of our products and services. Regular sales calls, delivery, and pickup of...

Description: Summary/Objective The primary role for this position is to provide tire service at all levels for our customers and have a full understanding of tire service, inspection, inventory, and repairs. This position is responsible for repair and general service as well as the shop and mobile tire and repair functions, equipment, and inventory. Essential Functions • Mount, balance, rotate, and repair all types of tires from passenger to large trucks. Large truck tires are only available after completion of the TIA CTS certification. • Repair work for customers as directed (both in shop and mobile) • Rack and hoist vehicles for inspection and recommend any additional service needed. • Advise the manager concerning possible issues and make recommendations. • Complete written vehicle inspections with regard to tire service. • Scrap tire analysis and Fleet Inspections and Dispatch (where applicable). • Maintain stock supplies needed for all types of repairs,...

Description: Thompson Tire and Service is seeking an experienced commercial tire sales representative for its Davenport location. The position offers earnings potential exceeding $100,000, a solid business foundation, and strong growth opportunities. The Outside Sales position leads commercial field sales and, as such, continually serves existing clients and strives to secure new clients or expanded contracts. As part of this role, the Outside Sales position is responsible for regularly reporting on sales calls, trends, and direction to the store manager. The Outside Salesperson must maintain current knowledge of industry products, as well as improvements and promotions. Essential Functions Make sales presentations to trucking, commercial, wholesale, and other accounts as required. Conduct cold calls and develop new accounts. Keep records and customer history to maximize sales of our products and services. Regular sales calls, delivery, and pickup of products as...

Description: Thompson Tire and Service currently has an opportunity available for Commercial Tire Service Technicians who are energetic and team-oriented. Must have tire knowledge, experience, and be responsible for tire and wheel service and maintenance, and for safely getting our phenomenal customers back on the road. This job is demanding and competitive, requiring someone with an upbeat attitude and positive outlook.  The primary role for this position is to perform diagnostic, tire repairs, and maintenance procedures on customer vehicles at their breakdown or work-site locations. The Service Tech is responsible for delivering efficient, comprehensive service that meets all quality and safety requirements while providing outstanding service to our customers.  Essential Functions Mount, balance, rotate, and repair all types of tires from passenger to large trucks. Remove and repair or replace tires on the roadside or worksite using proper tools and methods. Check...

Description: Thompson Tire and Service currently has an opportunity available for Commercial Tire Service Technicians who are energetic and team-oriented. Must have tire knowledge, experience, and be responsible for tire and wheel service and maintenance, and for safely getting our phenomenal customers back on the road. This job is demanding and competitive, requiring someone with an upbeat attitude and positive outlook. The primary role for this position is to perform diagnostic, tire repairs, and maintenance procedures on customer vehicles at their breakdown or work-site locations. The Tire Tech is responsible for delivering efficient, comprehensive service that meets all quality and safety requirements while providing outstanding service to our customers. Essential Functions Mount, balance, rotate, and repair all types of tires from passenger to large trucks. Remove, repair, or replace tires on the roadside or at the worksite using proper tools and methods. Check...

Description: In this exciting role, you'll have the opportunity to provide exceptional mechanical services to our valued customers at every level. Your mission will be to deliver efficient, thorough service that upholds the highest standards of quality and safety. As part of a collaborative team, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring our customers enjoy a fantastic experience every time they visit us. It’s important to remember that all tasks should align with our company’s policies, procedures, and industry best practices, and we encourage everyone to work within the scope of their training. Essential Functions Troubleshoot and fix issues across all vehicle systems to ensure customer safety and satisfaction. Provide clear repair estimates and effectively communicate the required services to customers. Perform mechanical repairs accurately, following shop procedures at every step. Conduct test drives and use diagnostic tools and specialized equipment to evaluate...

Description:    Thompson Tire & Service full-service tire business serving customers in Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, and Davenport, Iowa. We serve commercial customers with competitive pricing across a wide variety of tire brands and customized tire service, including on-site repairs and 24/7 roadside assistance.  Additionally, we have a Goodyear Authorized Retread plant in our Dubuque location that can help our customers save money on their new tires. The Thompson Tire Production Associate is responsible for safely and efficiently retreading commercial tires. In our retread plant, you will have the opportunity to support the retread process through various stages: Inspect the tires to assess if they can be retread Buff the casing to remove any worn tread Remove embedded objects, rust, and repair the tire casing Using rubber cement or a patch, repair the casing before applying new tread Building the tire by applying new tread Curing the tire to mold the retread...