Brake and Alignment Technician - Elk River #488

Les Schwab Tire Centers; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 22,730 - 36,437; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Bonus

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Company-funded retirement plan

Paid time off

Short- and long-term disability

Employee discount

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

A leading tire service company is seeking a Brake & Alignment Technician in Elk River, MN. The candidate will be responsible for installing and servicing brake and alignment systems while providing top-notch customer service. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and demonstrate the ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting and bending. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $16.50 to $26.45 and a robust benefits package after meeting eligibility criteria.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Frequent lifting up to 35 pounds; occasional lifting up to 75 pounds.
• Physical stamina to perform continuous squatting, bending, and standing.

Responsibilities

• Install or service brake systems, alignment, and suspension components.
• Provide excellent customer service and test drive vehicles.
• Assist with offsite and emergency road services.

Skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work in a rapid pace environment

Mechanical knowledge

Job description

Brake and Alignment Technician - Elk River #488 page is loaded## Brake and Alignment Technician - Elk River #488locations: Elk River, MNtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-13941# Job Description:## **Brake & Alignment Technician**Brake & Alignment Technicians are responsible for the service and installation of brake, alignment, and suspension system parts and components, providing excellent customer service and completing work according to company policies, procedures, and the Code of Conduct.### **Primary Responsibilities:**Installing or servicing hydraulic/electric brake system, suspension, alignment, drive train, and power steering parts and components; testing and installing batteries; dismounting/mounting tire and wheel assemblies, rebalancing wheels, and replacing, rebuilding and/or recalibrating TPMS components; using equipment and miscellaneous hand tools; assisting other employees; test driving vehicles; and operating service vehicles to perform offsite and emergency road services. Provides excellent customer service; refers customers to other qualified employees as necessary.### **Experience:**Les Schwab offers opportunities for a variety of skills, and provides on-the job training for Brake & Alignment Technicians.### **Qualifications:**Valid driver’s license; excellent customer service skills and the ability to work in a rapid pace environment; frequent lifting up to 35 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 75 pounds; frequent bending, twisting, kneeling and continuous squatting, reaching, walking and standing.### # Pay and Benefits:$16.50 - $26.45For full time positions after eligibility criteria are met, benefits include:* Quarterly Bonus* Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance* Company-funded retirement plan* Paid time off* Short- and long-term disability* Employee discount* Tuition Assistance*Benefits are subject to change at any time and governed by plan documents and Company policy.* *Higher minimum wage applies in applicable locations.*Some stores only accept applications on-site. Please about employment opportunities. Our founder, Les Schwab, built his business from one store to hundreds of locations across the western states, a massive supply chain hub, and a state-of-the-art headquarters, making Les Schwab one of the largest independent tire businesses in the United States.Les believed in treating customers like family. Although he passed away in 2007, his vision remains at the core of the company’s culture: give people more for their money, reward employees for their expertise and hard work, earn people’s trust, and everyone benefits. Today, the 8,000+ employees of Les Schwab Tire Centers are proud to carry on this legacy.Our unparalleled profit-sharing and benefits package is designed to reward you now and into your future.Competitive compensation Profit sharing bonus Retirement plan funded by Les SchwabCompany paid trainingMedical Insurance Dental InsuranceVision Insurance Vacation & holiday payLife InsuranceShort & long-term disabilityLes Schwab is an equal-opportunity employer. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete this application, please contact the manager at the location where you are applying.