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Tire Curing Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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Retread Technician

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Examine incoming tire casings for damage and determine retread eligibility through a detailed ... Operate curing chambers to vulcanize and bond new tread to the casing under precise heat and ...

Retread Technician

North Little Rock, AR · On-site

$17 - $21.75/hr

Examine incoming tire casings for damage and determine retread eligibility through a detailed ... Operate curing chambers to vulcanize and bond new tread to the casing under precise heat and ...

Retread Technician

West Valley City, UT · On-site

$17 - $21.75/hr

Examine incoming tire casings for damage and determine retread eligibility through a detailed ... Operate curing chambers to vulcanize and bond new tread to the casing under precise heat and ...

Retread Technician

Fountain, CO · On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

Examine incoming tire casings for damage and determine retread eligibility through a detailed ... Operate curing chambers to vulcanize and bond new tread to the casing under precise heat and ...

Retread Technician

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Examine incoming tire casings for damage and determine retread eligibility through a detailed ... Operate curing chambers to vulcanize and bond new tread to the casing under precise heat and ...

Retread Technician

Sunland Park, NM · On-site

$18.75 - $24/hr

Examine incoming tire casings for damage and determine retread eligibility through a detailed ... Operate curing chambers to vulcanize and bond new tread to the casing under precise heat and ...

Retread Technician

Sunland Park, NM · On-site

$18.75 - $24/hr

Examine incoming tire casings for damage and determine retread eligibility through a detailed ... Operate curing chambers to vulcanize and bond new tread to the casing under precise heat and ...

Retread Technician

Dallas, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

Examine incoming tire casings for damage and determine retread eligibility through a detailed ... Operate curing chambers to vulcanize and bond new tread to the casing under precise heat and ...

Retread Technician

CA · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Examine incoming tire casings for damage and determine retread eligibility through a detailed ... Operate curing chambers to vulcanize and bond new tread to the casing under precise heat and ...

Retread Technician

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$17 - $21.75/hr

Examine incoming tire casings for damage and determine retread eligibility through a detailed ... Operate curing chambers to vulcanize and bond new tread to the casing under precise heat and ...

Retread Technician

Houston, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $21/hr

Examine incoming tire casings for damage and determine retread eligibility through a detailed ... Operate curing chambers to vulcanize and bond new tread to the casing under precise heat and ...

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How much do tire curing jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for tire curing in the United States is $18.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a tire curing operator?

To thrive as a Tire Curing Operator, you need a solid understanding of tire manufacturing processes, attention to detail, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with curing presses, temperature control systems, and quality inspection tools is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and reliability are valued soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure the consistent production of high-quality tires, adherence to safety standards, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment.

What are some of the common challenges faced by tire curing operators, and how can they be addressed?

Tire curing operators often encounter challenges such as managing the high temperatures of curing presses, maintaining machine cleanliness, and ensuring precise timing to achieve optimal tire quality. Additionally, troubleshooting mechanical issues and adhering to strict safety protocols can be demanding. Addressing these challenges requires strong attention to detail, regular communication with maintenance teams, and a proactive approach to equipment inspection and preventive maintenance. Many facilities provide thorough training and support to help operators excel and stay safe on the job.

What is the difference between Tire Curing vs Tire Builder?

AspectTire CuringTire Builder
Primary RoleVulcanizes and cures tires using molds and heatAssembles tire components into finished products
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plant, curing pressesAssembly line, manufacturing plant
CertificationsTypically requires safety training, technical skillsBasic manufacturing skills, safety training

While both Tire Curing and Tire Builder work in tire manufacturing, Tire Curing focuses on vulcanizing and curing tires using molds and heat, ensuring durability. Tire Builders assemble tire components before curing. The roles overlap in manufacturing environments but differ in specific tasks and skills required.

What is tire curing?

Tire curing is the process of vulcanizing rubber to strengthen and stabilize tires, involving heating the rubber with molds to shape and improve durability. Tire curing technicians operate specialized equipment to ensure proper curing times and quality standards are met, often requiring knowledge of rubber chemistry and safety protocols.
Infographic showing various Tire Curing job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,613 per year, or $18.1 per hour.

Manufacturing-Retread Technician - Will Train

Deland, FL • On-site

Boulevard Tire
Automobile Dealers • 51 - 200 employees

$18 - $19/hr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


Boulevard Tire Center rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Boulevard Tire Center is growing! We are looking for Manufacturing Retread Technician for our DeLand FL location. Forklift experience a plus. We prefer 1 year manufacturing and production experience and must have excellent attention to detail, be flexible, have a good attendance and safety record, but if you a willingness to learn and interested in advancement we are willing to train!
JOB SUMMARY: Perform repetitive work to inspect, buff, repair, build, heat, seal tires through operating machines to re-build tires from rubber components.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Inspect worn tires for faults, cracks, cuts and nail holes, and to determine if tires are suitable for retreading.
  • Operates a buffing machine to remove treads from tires to be retreaded, following specifications for depth and width removal.
  • Measures diameter and cross section to determine correct tread width.
  • Build semi-raw rubber treads onto buffed tire casings in order to prepare tires for vulcanization in recapping and retreading processes.
  • Places tire in chamber and programs correct curing temperature according to specification.
  • Inspects tires to determine defects in curing, (soft cures, ply separation, repairs missed, etc.).
  • Trims and paints finished retread.
  • Repairs tires found defective during the process.
  • Makes final inspection of repair, cuts tread design with re-grooving iron, paints tire and places in finished stock.

OTHER DUTIES
  • Maintains a stock of tread rubber and repair materials, advising manager when replenishment is necessary.
  • Ability and flexibility to perform other duties as assigned by Manager

We offer an excellent earning potential, benefit package including paid vacation and 401 k along with advancement in position level and pay. "We love homegrown talent!"
Along with an excellent benefit package including:
  • 2 PTO days after 6 months and 7 PTO days on your anniversary.
  • 401 k with 25% match up to 4%.

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About Boulevard Tire Center

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Since 1968, Boulevard Tire Center has serviced the automotive repair and tire and wheel needs of individual customers and commercial businesses throughout Florida including Volusia County, FL, Lake County, FL, Flagler County, FL, Marion County, FL, and surrounding areas. Over the past 52 years we have expanded into 8 retail locations, 28 commercial sales and service facilities, and 4 state-of-the-art Bandag Retread Tire Manufacturing plants. We are focused on tomorrow’s solutions today. View our online locations list for a full list of addresses and accompanying hours of operations, and come see us in person or schedule an appointment online today from the comfort of your couch.

Industry

Automobile dealers

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

DeLand, FL, US

Year founded

1968

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