General Service Technician

Tire Discounters, Inc.; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid training and certifications

Company tool program

Defined career paths

Job summary

Tire Discounters is hiring an Alignment Technician in Newport, KY. You will align vehicles with advanced equipment, perform oil changes, tire inspections, and balancing, and contribute to a safe, efficient shop. You’ll join a family-owned automotive team focused on quality and customer care.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, teamwork, and delivering a WOW experience to customers while advancing your automotive career at a growing, values-driven company.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and communication skills; automotive experience is a plus.
• Physical stamina to lift up to 75 pounds in a dynamic shop.
• Safety-first mindset and valid driver’s license; manual transmission experience is a bonus.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old and authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vehicles are aligned using top-tier equipment and ADAS technology.
• Perform routine maintenance like oil changes and tire services including install, repair, and balancing.
• Keep the shop clean and organized and assist the team to run smoothly.
• Provide friendly, professional customer service and help customers feel like part of the Tire Discounters family.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Safety-first mindset

Authorized to work in the U.S.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join the Tire Discounters Family -- Drive Your Career Forward!

Tire Discounters, the nation's largest family-owned and operated tire & automotive service business, was founded almost 50 years ago. We are dedicated to providing exceptional automotive service with a focus on transparency and care for 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 while challenging the status quo.

Your Role As An Alignment Technician

As an Alignment Technician at Tire Discounters, you'll do more than just turn wrenches -- you'll drive excellence. Whether it's a routine oil change, tire repair, or fine-tuning a vehicle's wheel alignment for top-notch performance, you'll be an integral part of keeping our customers safe and satisfied.

Great opportunity for post-secondary automotive students, trade school graduates, and individuals looking to build a long-term automotive career!

What You'll Do

• Ensure our customers' vehicles are properly aligned by using top-notch equipment, incorporating cutting-edge Advanced Driver Assistance System technology.
• Perform routine maintenance like oil changes and other system fluid exchanges. Conduct tire inspections while also tackling tire services like installation, repair, and balancing.
• Maintain a clean, organized shop and help your team keep the shop humming.
• Go the extra mile with friendly, professional customer service -- helping every customer feel like part of the Tire Discounters family.

Your Skills & Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude & communication skills: Prior automotive experience is a plus -- a great attitude and willingness to learn is a must!
• Physical stamina: Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work in a dynamic shop environment -- rain or shine.
• Safety-first mindset & valid driver's license: Manual transmission experience is a bonus.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old and authorized to work in the U.S.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $17.00 to $20.00 + per hour effective rate
• Effective Rate includes (overtime, variable overtime, and weekly commission on billed labor)
• Paid Weekly

Why Join Tire Discounters?

• Grow with us: Defined career paths -- many of our shop leaders and managers started right where you are.
• Investing in you: Master-certified trainers, paid hands-on learning, plus a company tool program to help you build your career.
• Competitive pay & benefits: A full suite of perks tailored to fit your needs -- health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more.
• Family culture: A truly supportive team that values you as a person -- we've been putting people first for almost five decades!
• Training: We invest in your training, certifications, and career development.

Ready to grow your career with a company that truly values you?

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