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  1. Occupations
  2. Tire Repairers and Changers

Tire Repairers and Changers

Repair and replace tires.

SOC: 49-3093.00

Common Job Titles

  • Service Technician
  • Tire Changer
  • Tire Shop Mechanic
  • Tire Technician

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Tire Repairers and Changers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

106,620

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $29,880. 25th percentile: U.S. $33,990. 50th percentile: U.S. $37,120. 75th percentile: U.S. $43,810. 90th percentile: U.S. $48,900. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$29,880
10% of workers earn the following or more$48,900
Workers on average earn$39,140

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Mechanical4.0/5
  • Customer and Personal Service3.6/5
  • Administration and Management3.2/5
  • Sales and Marketing3.0/5
  • English Language2.9/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Word

Technology Skills

  • Accounting software
  • Project estimation software
  • Recordkeeping software

Tools & Equipment

  • 4-way tire valve tools
  • Air drills
  • Air spray guns
  • Air/steam bags
  • Airless spray guns
  • Awls
  • Bail cutting knives
  • Balancing machines
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment

Related Occupations

Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

  • Tire Builders 51-9197.00
  • Motorcycle Mechanics 49-3052.00
  • Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics 49-3023.00
  • Rail Car Repairers 49-3043.00
  • Bicycle Repairers 49-3091.00

Moderately Similar

  • Automotive Body and Related Repairers 49-3021.00
  • Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics 49-3053.00
  • Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers 49-2092.00
  • Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists 49-3031.00
  • Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers 49-3022.00

Related

  • Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators 53-7051.00
  • Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants 53-6031.00
  • Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines 49-3042.00
  • Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment 53-7061.00
  • Engine and Other Machine Assemblers 51-2031.00
  • Maintenance Workers, Machinery 49-9043.00
  • Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door 49-9012.00
  • Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators 47-4061.00
  • Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand 51-9022.00
  • Industrial Machinery Mechanics 49-9041.00

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • CertificationTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)Issuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • CertificationTire & Wheel ServiceIssuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • CertificationWheel AlignmentIssuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • CertificationAlignment Fundamentals *Issuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • CertificationWheel BalancingIssuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • CertificationWheel Service and AlignmentIssuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • CertificateAcademic English Foundations (Noncredit)Issuer: Ventura College
  • CertificateArt Education for ChildrenIssuer: Folsom Lake College
  • Associate's DegreeSocial Justice Studies: GeneralIssuer: Mt San Antonio College
  • Associate's DegreeGLOBAL STUDIESIssuer: Saddleback College