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Snider Tire

Industrial SVC Tire Press Technician

Lexington, SC · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Mount/dismount various sizes/types of industrial tires, utilizing a Hydraulic 200 Ton Press Machine ... Perform different tire repairs with plugs and plug patch combos * May be required to travel 75% of ...

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Midas - PGW

Automotive Technician

Columbia, SC · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Experience using shop equipment such as lifts, tire changing equipment, alignment machines and scan tools This is a video explaining exactly who we are...well worth your time to get a better ...

Midas - PGW

Automotive Technician

Lexington, SC · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Experience using shop equipment such as lifts, tire changing equipment, alignment machines and scan tools This is a video explaining exactly who we are...well worth your time to get a better ...

Longhorn Energy

Diesel Mechanic

Columbia, SC · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

Knowledge of farm machinery, industrial equipment, tire service, suspension systems, shocks & struts, brake repair, and power tools usage. * Ability to lift heavy components safely and perform heavy ...

Midas

Automotive Technician

Lexington, SC · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Experience using shop equipment such as lifts, tire changing equipment, alignment machines and scan tools This is a video explaining exactly who we are...well worth your time to get a better ...

Midas

Automotive Technician

Lexington, SC · On-site

Experience using shop equipment such as lifts, tire changing equipment, alignment machines and scan tools * High School Diploma or equivalent - technical degree a definite plus * State-specific auto ...

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How much do tire machine jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for tire machine in Columbia, SC is $15.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.12 and $16.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Tire Machine vs Tire Technician?

AspectTire MachineTire Technician
Primary RoleOperates tire mounting and dismounting equipmentPerforms tire repairs, replacements, and maintenance
CredentialsTraining on tire machine operationASE certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentAuto repair shops, tire centersAuto service centers, dealerships
TasksUses machinery to mount/dismount tiresInspects, repairs, and installs tires manually

The Tire Machine primarily operates specialized equipment to mount and dismount tires, while the Tire Technician performs hands-on tire repairs and installations. Both roles are essential in tire service, with the Tire Machine focusing on machinery operation and the Tire Technician on customer service and manual work.

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Infographic showing various Tire Machine job openings in Columbia, SC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,462 per year, or $15.6 per hour.

Tire Installer

Costco Wholesale Corporation

Columbia, SC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Costco rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 1,931 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 39 rated national retailers

Job description


California applicants: Please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice.
The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist. The listing does not mean that any positions are currently open or available at Costco.
Position Summary
Balances, installs, and rotates tires. Stocks tires and batteries and repairs tires. Answers questions, makes recommendations, and assists members with purchasing/returning tires and batteries. Provides a high level of member service.
Job Duties
  • Locates member cars in the tire shop area of the lot. Lists body damage on service order. Drives member vehicle into install bay and onto hydraulic hoist. Raises auto.
  • Removes the wheel using an impact gun. Rolls wheel to mounting machine, removes tire from wheel. Cleans hub and wheel rim with wire brush. Attaches new valve stem, mounts new tire on wheel, fills tire to appropriate air pressure.
  • Operates automatic balance machine to get reading of proper weight and placement to balance wheel. Attaches weights (including tape weights) to rims with a weight hammer.
  • Mounts wheels to auto using the impact gun according to Tire Shop procedures.
  • Repairs flat tires for members and non-members.
  • Assists members in determining tire and battery needs, answers questions, makes product recommendations, sells tires.
  • Invoices tire purchase and service invoice. Loads tires on dolly or rolls tires to install area.
  • Alerts supervisor or manager to complete torque check and 10-point check and authorize vehicle release. Parks member auto in lot, and returns invoice and keys to sales desk.
  • Cleans the installation area by sweeping, mopping, spraying, and wiping.
  • Stocks tires and batteries in the sales area in accordance with Tire Shop Manager's merchandising plan.
  • Rings up orders. Receives accurate payment, makes change, processes checks, credit and debit charges, gives out receipt and submits order according to proper procedures. Calculates refund amount for certain warranty returns of tires and auto batteries.
  • Communicates with Tire Shop Manager, Buyers, Receiving Departments, and Inventory Auditors regarding special orders, quantity, status, price, delivery, and promotion of merchandise.
  • Ensures proper cleanup and disposal of potentially hazardous materials spills.
  • Ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery.
  • Assists with department duties as necessary.
  • Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary.

For additional information about pay ranges, click here.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health benefits - medical/dental/vision/hearing aid/pharmacy/behavioral health/employee assistance, health care reimbursement account, dependent care assistance plan, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance, AD&D insurance, life insurance, 401(k), stock purchase plan to eligible employees.
Apart from any religious or disability considerations, open availability is needed to meet the needs of the business. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the United States.
Job Description Posting Updated: July 2026 Job Code: 0015

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Costco is a membership warehouse club, dedicated to bringing our members the best possible prices on quality brand-name merchandise. With more than 800 locations worldwide, Costco provides a wide selection of merchandise, plus the convenience of specialty departments and exclusive member services, all designed to make your shopping experience a pleasurable one. Today, as the company evolves, it stays true to the qualities that helped attract and retain millions of loyal members around the globe: Commitment to quality. Costco warehouses carry about 4,000 SKUs (stock keeping units) compared to the 30,000 found at most supermarkets. By carefully choosing products based on quality, price, brand, and features, the company can offer the best value to members.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Issaquah, WA, US

Year founded

1983

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