Tire Builders
SOC Code: 51-9197 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Operate machines to build tires.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Tire Builders. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pinehurst-Southern Pines, NC | $52,146 | $57,741 | $63,315 | $68,910 |
| Southwest Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area | $52,229 | $57,470 | $62,712 | $67,954 |
| Northwest Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area | $52,042 | $57,325 | $62,587 | $67,870 |
| Enid, OK | $52,042 | $57,325 | $62,587 | $67,870 |
| Lawton, OK | $52,042 | $57,325 | $62,587 | $67,870 |
| Tulsa, OK | $52,042 | $57,325 | $62,587 | $67,870 |
| Northeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area | $52,042 | $57,325 | $62,587 | $67,870 |
| Southeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area | $52,042 | $57,325 | $62,587 | $67,870 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | $52,042 | $57,325 | $62,587 | $67,870 |
| Roanoke, VA | $53,206 | $57,491 | $61,797 | $66,082 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operation and Control | 3.2 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Time Management | 2.8 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.8 | |
| Speaking | 2.6 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 2.6 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 2.4 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Production and Processing | 3.7 |
| Administration and Management | 3.4 |
| Mechanical | 3.2 |
| English Language | 2.9 |
| Engineering and Technology | 2.8 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.8 |
| Education and Training | 2.7 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 2.6 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 66.5% |
| Less than high school | 26.1% |
| Some college | 6.9% |
Typical Tasks
- Build semi-raw rubber treads onto buffed tire casings to prepare tires for vulcanization in recapping or retreading processes.
- Fill cuts and holes in tires, using hot rubber.
- Trim excess rubber and imperfections during retreading processes.
Technology Skills
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