JOSEPH TAFOYA
Vallejo
Summary
Adaptable OTR Tire Technician with background in tire installation, repair, and maintenance. Possess strong technical skills including knowledge of large off-road tires and ability to operate heavy equipment. Known for demonstrating keen attention to safety protocols while maintaining high productivity levels. Consistently contribute to team goals by reducing equipment downtime through efficient problem-solving and preventive maintenance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1999
1999
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
OTR Tire Technician
Quinlan Tire Service
American Canyon
11.2013 - Current
- Conducted tire inspections for wear and damage on various vehicles.
- Installed and removed tires using specialized equipment and tools.
- Balanced tires to ensure smooth operation and prevent vibrations.
- Provided roadside assistance for flat tires and emergency repairs.
- Adhered to safety protocols while working in a fast-paced environment.
- Performed road-side tire repair services for commercial vehicles; ensured safety of self and others.
- Inspected tires for wear, damage, and air pressure; replaced defective tires with new ones.
- Maintained inventory of equipment, tools, parts, and supplies necessary for tire maintenance work.
- Conducted daily inspections of all service trucks prior to use; reported any malfunctions immediately to supervisor.
- Repaired punctures in tires using rubber patches or plugs; applied sealant to prevent further leakage.
- Removed old tires from wheels; mounted, balanced, and installed new tires on wheels.
- Performed tire rotations, mounts, and balancing on vehicles.
- Cleaned and maintained tire service bays to keep work areas organized.
- Inflated tires to prescribed PSI to meet load requirements.
- Maintained inventory by loading and unloading tire shipments.
- Inspected and organized tire inventories while performing routine stock assessments.
- Delivered customer service by answering questions and explaining tire installation process.
OTR Tire Technician
G.C.R
Albuquerque
09.2007 - 11.2013
- Conducted tire inspections for wear and damage on various vehicles.
- Installed and removed tires using specialized equipment and tools.
- Balanced tires to ensure smooth operation and prevent vibrations.
- Educated customers on proper tire maintenance and safety practices.
- Performed road-side tire repair services for commercial vehicles; ensured safety of self and others.
- Inspected tires for wear, damage, and air pressure; replaced defective tires with new ones.
- Removed old tires from wheels; mounted, balanced, and installed new tires on wheels.
- Performed tire rotations, mounts, and balancing on vehicles.
Education
Hogan High School
Vallejo, CASkills
- Tire inspection
- Tire installation
- Equipment maintenance
- Roadside assistance
- Damage assessment
- Customer relationship management
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Safety compliance
- Time management
- Fleet maintenance experience
- Heavy equipment operation
Languages
English
Elementary
Certification
Was TIA certified in both commercial and OTR
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
OTR Tire Technician
Quinlan Tire Service
11.2013 - Current
OTR Tire Technician
G.C.R
09.2007 - 11.2013
Hogan High School