Tyre Serviceperson - How to get into this job

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Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements to become a tyre serviceperson, although many employers require you to have a driver's licence. A first aid certificate may also be useful.

 

Secondary Education

There are no specific secondary educational requirements, although School Certificate or NCEA equivalent English and maths are helpful.

 

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Training on the job

Tyre servicepeople gain further skills on the job, and may complete the National Certificate in Tyre Servicing. Many large tyre companies run their own staff training programmes.

 

Glen Cameron

"Our company does a basic induction for new staff, and then they can progress from there. There are plenty of courses that they can do to become experienced."

Glen Cameron - Tyre Technician

 

Useful Experience

Useful experience for tyre servicepeople includes:



  • work with vehicles

  • general mechanical work

  • tyre retailing

  • customer service work.