Tire Discounters, Inc.
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This job is closed and no longer accepting applications. Closed on September 20, 2026.
State Safety & Emissions Inspector
Henrico, Virginia
Full-time | USD 40000.00 - 100000.00 YEAR
Join the Tire Discounters Family - Drive Your Career Forward!

About Us:

Tire Discounters, the nation's largest family-owned and operated tire business, was founded almost 50 years ago. We are dedicated to providing exceptional automotive service with a focus on transparency and care to our nearly 2,300 team members, we offer diverse career paths, industry-leading training, and a commitment to our core values.

As a family-owned tire and automotive service retailer, our mission is to prioritize people and safety above all else. We are dedicated to delivering a "WOW" experience to our customers and team members, with a commitment to always do the right thing and challenge the status quo.

A CLOSER LOOK UNDER THE HOOD

Our Service Inspectors are at the core of our business and vital to successful day-to-day operations of each of our locations! Below are the primary responsibilities to help you get a feel for a "day in the life."

  • Provides accurate and timely vehicle diagnosis, maintenance and repairs, ensuring customer expectations are met or exceeded.
  • Test drives vehicles before and after repairs to ensure functionality and overall safety.
  • Inspection and repairing customers vehicles to ensure they are in accordance with state requirements.
  • Promotes company culture of cooperation and collaboration among all team members.
  • Assists other teammates with tasks as needed to consistently deliver on our expectation of delivering a wow experience.
Qualifications

THE "NUTS AND BOLTS" NECESSARY FOR SUCCESS

  • Minimum two years of automotive repair experience. (ASE certifications are preferred but not required.)
  • Must have a valid Virginia Inspector license.
  • Must have at least 1 year experience as a Virginia State Inspector.
  • Must have own tools (We offer a great tool purchase program!)
  • Capable of operating machines and equipment used in the automotive mechanic trade -- diagnostic scanner experience is a plus.
  • Strong customer service, organization, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and consistency follow store policies and procedures.
  • Desire and ability to work in a team environment.
  • Authorized to work in the USA and at least 18 years of age.
  • Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
  • Capable of continuous standing, bending, lifting (up to 75 lbs).
  • Authorized to work in the USA and at least 18 years of age.
  • Availability to work on Saturdays.
  • We are focused on safety, but Service Techs should be comfortable with occasional exposure to mechanical hazards and outside weather conditions.

CAREER TRACK

No "dead-ends" here, as we offer clear paths for advancement for strong performers interested in growing in their career! To support this, we pay for ASE training and have a generous tool discount program. There are multiple paths to success, but below is just one example of the potential career path for a Service Technician.

Service Inspector-> Service Manager -> General Manager

 

COMPENSATION PLAN

Pay: $40,000 - $100,000+ Effective rate

Our Service Technicians are paid an hourly rate plus commission on all labor - with no cap on commission! (Starting hourly rate depends on experience level and ASE certifications.) Our Service Technicians say our pay plan is the best in the industry with the potential to earn $40,000 - $100,000 annually factoring in your hourly rate, overtime, and commissions!

 

WHY CHOOSE TIRE DISCOUNTERS?

We realize the company you chose to work for is a big decision, and you have options. Below are some of the top reasons to consider building your career with us!

  • Get In Your Groove- Whether in our stores or our home office, there are a variety of roads to success at Tire Discounters.
  • Take the Wheel- As we continue to grow, so will the many career opportunities for our team members.
  • Accelerate Growth - We provide outstanding opportunities to build your professional skill set, including fully paid ASE training and a generous tool discount program for Service Technicians.
  • Find Alignment- We know solid compensation and benefits programs are vitally important to you and your family.
  • Roll Together - At Tire Discounters, you'll roll with the best team in the business, great people who genuinely care and support each other.

 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Tire Discounters is fully committed to diversity and inclusion and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. An individual's race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, are never a factor in any employment-related practice or policy, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, and discipline.