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Sector : 10 - Motorized Equipment Maintenance Info

8843 Tire Installer Info

The competency has been added.
M843
Field of application Tire installers work in specialized tire installation and repair shops, car dealerships, tire store chains or fleet maintenance centres. Tire installers install tires on various types of vehicles: cars, trucks, buses and recreational vehicles.
Other job titles Tire installation worker, tire fitter
Information specific to the trade The Highway Safety Code stipulates that “no person may drive a road vehicle unless he holds a driver’s licence of the class appropriate to the driving of that vehicle,” which, in this case, is a class 5 licence.

834301 - Search for information on tires 2

Performance criteria

  • Accurate interpretation of terminology
  • Recognition of the importance of having relevant information pertaining to safe tire installation
  • Recognition of the importance of having relevant information pertaining to safe tire installation

Tasks

  • Read information on tires (size, load index, speed rating and type of construction).
  • Consult charts to determine the recommended tire pressure for different vehicles.
  • Consult charts to determine the correct wheel nut torque.
  • Consult manufacturers' guides.
  • Obtain information on the tire pressure monitoring system.
  • Consult the supervisor.

834302 - Prepare to install the tires 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Safe driving of vehicle

Tasks

  • Enter the vehicle into the garage and place it on the lift or assist the customer in entering the vehicle into the garage.
  • Retrieve tires for the customer’s vehicle, or ensure that the technical specifications of the chosen tires are appropriate for the vehicle and comply with the customer’s request.
  • Inspect the customer’s tires for signs of wear, tears, leaks, etc., and notify the supervisor as needed.
  • Verify if the vehicle is equipped with standard or styled wheels.
  • Verify whether the vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system.
  • Activate the lift system.

834303 - Remove the wheels 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Observance of the procedure for the tire pressure monitoring system, if applicable
  • staying within the limits of the occupation
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of tools and equipment

Tasks

  • Remove the hubcaps.
  • Mark the tires to identify them when changed.
  • Loosen the tire nuts.
  • Take a small amount of air out of the tires.
  • Take out the nuts.
  • Remove the wheels from the axles.

834304 - Replace the tires 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of tools and equipment
  • Meticulous work

Tasks

  • Place the tires on the apparatus for removing tire rims.
  • Take the air out of the tires.
  • Activate the tire removal equipment.
  • Remove the weights.
  • Clean the rims to remove rust and any other debris.
  • Grease the rims.
  • Replace any valves showing signs of weakness or wear and tear. Optional task or competency
  • Put the tire back on the rim.
  • Inflate tires with air or nitrogen.
  • Ensure that there are no air leaks.

834305 - Balance the wheels 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Observance of the procedure for the tire pressure monitoring system, if applicable
  • staying within the limits of the occupation
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of tools and equipment
  • Meticulous work

Tasks

  • Place tires on the balancer and insert the centering cone or centering adapter.
  • Calibrate the equipment according to wheel size.
  • Activate the equipment.
  • Read information on wheel weight size and placement.
  • Install new wheel weights (standard or stick-on).

834306 - Put the wheels back on the vehicle 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Observance of the procedure for the tire pressure monitoring system, if applicable
  • staying within the limits of the occupation
  • Compliance with bolt tightening order
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of tools and equipment
  • Compliance with permutation specifications
  • Meticulous work
  • Concern for customer safety and satisfaction

Tasks

  • Make sure that the contact surface of the wheel and hub are free of calcium deposits.
  • Install the wheels on the axles, paying attention to the tire change marks.
  • Position the nuts.
  • Apply oil.
  • Tighten the nuts with the correct torque.
  • Put back the hubcaps.
  • Reset the tire pressure monitoring system or have the supervisor do it.
  • Verify the quality of the work.
  • Verify the wear and tear on the uninstalled tires and assess whether they are in good condition for the next winter or summer season.
  • Have the supervisor verify the work.
  • Put the uninstalled tires in plastic bags and place them in the trunk of the vehicle or send them off to be stored.
  • Fill out the work sheet: customer’s contact information, tire size and make, tread depth, information on general condition of tires, etc.

834307 - Repair tires 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of tools and equipment
  • Meticulous work
  • Concern for customer safety and satisfaction

Tasks

  • Repair tire perforations.
  • Sand the perforated area.
  • Apply an adhesive mix.
  • Airtightly seal the tire using a rubber patch.
  • Verify the airtightness of the tire.

712 - Handle food and other products 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Observance of rules with respect to hazardous materials
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of materials-handling equipment
  • Concern for the safety of people and goods
  • Careful handling of products

Tasks

  • Choose the materials-handling equipment in accordance with the form and weight of the products.
  • Check the condition of the materials-handling equipment.
  • Lift boxes, bags, materials or any other cumbersome items and place them on the equipment.
  • Move products.
  • Place the products in the designated locations.
  • Detect any problems and notify the person in charge.

710 - Receive or help receive merchandise, raw materials, semi-finished products, etc. 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Observance of rules with respect to hazardous materials
  • Compliance with quality standards
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Compliance with company policies
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Accurate data
  • Careful handling of merchandise

Tasks

  • Receive instructions from the person in charge about the delivery schedule and types of merchandise (food products, dry goods, animals, materials, hazardous materials, etc.).
  • Welcome the driver of the delivery vehicle.
  • Read over the delivery documents: check the delivery location, date and time.
  • Sign the shipping receipt.
  • Notify quality control so they can come and check the raw materials.
  • Cross-check the delivered merchandise against the ordered merchandise (type of merchandise, quantity, etc.).
  • Check the condition of the merchandise: do a visual inspection of the packaging or boxes, open a container, count the items, etc.
  • Apply the prescribed procedure if merchandise is damaged or does not comply.
  • Use an optical scanner to record the entry of the merchandise.
  • Fill out the administrative forms and send them to the department concerned or to the designated person.
  • Detect any problems and notify the person in charge.

134 - Keep a motorized equipment business clean and orderly 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of environmental laws and regulations
  • Proper use of equipment and cleaning products
  • Compliance with the stocking or storage plan
  • Order and cleanliness

Tasks

  • Clean and put away tools and equipment.
  • Put away materials.
  • Dispose of recyclable materials.
  • Pick up debris.
  • Sweep floors.
  • Sweep or remove snow from entrances, vehicles, etc. Optional task or competency
  • Empty garbage cans.
Info Optional competency or task. Competencies or tasks marked with this symbol are not required in all workplaces. They could be included in a student’s training plan if the practicum setting offers the opportunity for the student to apply them.