Precision Alignment Technician

Dobbs-Tire-; Maryland Heights (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Dobbs Tire and Auto Centers in Maryland Heights, MO is seeking an Alignment Technician to inspect, diagnose, and correct alignment and suspension issues to ensure safe vehicle handling. You will use precision alignment equipment, mount and balance tires, and perform related service work.

The ideal candidate is detail-driven, customer-focused, and a team player with at least 1 year of alignment technician experience. This is a full-time role in a fast-paced automotive service environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Alignment Technician or completion of a relevant automotive program.
• Proficient with automotive repair tools and equipment, including wheel alignment racks, tire changers, wheel balancers, hydraulic jacks, and basic welding/testing tools.

Responsibilities

• Partners closely with Store Manager to learn how to interview, select and train service technicians.
• 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.

Skills

Automotive repair

Wheel alignment

Tool proficiency

Education

Automotive-related vocational program

Tools

Wheel alignment racks

Tire changers

Wheel balancers

Hydraulic jacks

Welding tools

Job description

Dobbs Tire and Auto Centers in Maryland Heights, MO is seeking an Alignment Technician to inspect, diagnose, and correct alignment and suspension issues to ensure safe vehicle handling. You will use precision alignment equipment, mount and balance tires, and perform related service work.

The ideal candidate is detail-driven, customer-focused, and a team player with at least 1 year of alignment technician experience. This is a full-time role in a fast-paced automotive service environment.