Is being a tyre builder a good fit for you?
Runs machines that build vehicle tyres.
What the work involves
- Builds semi-raw rubber tread onto buffed tyre casings ready for retreading.
- Trims extra rubber and flaws during retreading.
- Fills cuts and holes in tyres using hot rubber.
- Places tyres into moulds to get new tread.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a tyre builder is one of yours.
Free. About 15 minutes. No account.