Apply on Employer Site

DOBBS TIRE & AUTO CENTERS · 8 hours ago

Alignment Technician

Ballwin, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Dobbs Tire and Auto Centers is a family-owned complete auto care solution founded in 1976, with a mission to lead in the automotive tire and service aftermarket industry. The Alignment Technician will inspect, diagnose, and correct alignment and suspension issues to ensure proper vehicle handling and safety, while also performing tire mounting and balancing, vehicle inspections, and general service work.

AutomotiveRetail

Responsibilities

Aligns wheels, axles, frames, torsion bars, and steering mechanisms of automotive vehicles using alignment equipment and manufacturer specifications

Drives vehicles onto alignment racks and conducts tests to identify issues such as faulty alignments, bent axles, worn ball joints, and damaged steering components

Performs necessary repair and adjustment work based on diagnostic findings

Mounts and dismounts tires; balances wheels using a balancing machine and installs counterweights to ensure smooth operation

Conducts miscellaneous diagnostic and service work, including state inspections, installation of shock absorbers, lubrication services, and basic tune-ups

Straightens vehicle frames using hydraulic jacks, chassis aligners, and acetylene torches as needed

Maintains a clean and safe work environment and adheres to all company and safety standards

Qualification

Wheel alignmentSuspension diagnosisAutomotive repair toolsTire mountingBalancingDiagnostic equipmentCommunication skillsTeam playerProblem solvingAttention to detail

Required

Minimum of 1 year of experience as an Alignment Technician; or successful completion of an applicable post-secondary vocational or technical program in automotive repair or alignment

Proficient with automotive repair tools and equipment, including wheel alignment racks, tire changers, wheel balancers, hydraulic jacks, and basic welding and testing tools

Valid Drivers' Licenses