types of tyres
Different types of rubber coverings and inflated tubes used for specific vehicles and weather conditions such as winter and summer tyres, performance tyres, truck or tractor tyres.
Tyre fitters inspect, maintain, repair and fit tyres to vehicles. They advise clients on different tyre and wheel types. Furthermore they balance the tyres, verify that the wheels are aligned correctly and ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Competences and skills
24 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 1 competence
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Essential skills and competences 8 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesbalance tyres
Measure the static and dynamic balance of tyres using sensors, bubble balancers and spin balancers, and adjust by fitting weights on the wheel to correct any unbalance and avoid vibrations, noise and ocillations.
clean tyres
Clean the completed tyres in order to prepare them for painting.
sell tyres
Identify the customer` needs, advise them on the right type of tyres and process payments.
Cross-sector
5 competencesensure equipment availability
Ensure that the necessary equipment is provided, ready and available for use before start of procedures.
inspect repaired tyres
Inspect the rebuffed and fully vulcanized tyres in order to detect if any flaws are still present.
inspect worn tyres
Evaluate the worn tyres and check at possible damages (cuts, cracks, etc) in order to determine possible retread.
maintain technical equipment
Maintain an inventory of cultivation equipment and supplies. Order additional materials as needed.
- Scope note
- Managing and maintanence can include maintaining them yourself or to outsource the service from machine dealer.
replace tyres
Replace worn out or broken tyres of motor vehicles by using hand and power tools. Choose new tyres according to customer requirements and motor vehicle model.
Optional knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencecar controls
The functioning of specific car equipment such as how to operate and handle the clutch, throttle, lighting, instrumentation, transmission and the brakes.
Cross-sector
1 competencemechanics
Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.
Optional skills and competences 13 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
11 competencesadapt to new technology used in cars
Adapt to new technology integrated in cars; understand systems operation and provide troubleshooting.
digital
adjust bag inside tyres
Adjust the pressure of the air bag inside the tyres.
apply rubber patches
Apply the already shaped rubber patches onto the broken part of the tire by using a handroller and the correct rubber cement.
clamp tyre into mould
Clamp the tyre already placed in the mould, making sure the tyre remains clamped until the end of the vulcanization process.
coat inside of tyres
Coat the broken tyres on the inside by using rubber cement.
maintain warehouse database
Keep digital warehouse database up-to-date and multi-accessible.
digital
monitor stock level
Evaluate how much stock is used and determine what should be ordered.
order inventories of car care supplies
Order and store car maintenance supplies such as lubricants, filters and gases.
paint tyres
Paint the completed and cleaned tyres in order to obtain the finished product.
store goods
Arrange and store goods in areas outside of customers' display.
write records for repairs
Write records of the repairs and maintenance interventions undertaken, of parts and materials used, and other repair facts.
Cross-sector
2 competencesprepare tyres for vulcanization
Prepare tyres for vulcanization by building semi-raw rubber treads onto the already buffed tyre casings.
rebuff tyre
Use abrasive tools to grind the old tyre and to remove the worn tread, brush or spray a rubber solution to join the new and the old material, and fix the new tread or piece of tread.