Body Shop Technician- Alignment Tech
McCandless Truck Center is one of the region's premier Commercial Truck Sales & Leasing Dealerships, proudly serving the Aurora area for many years. Our team enjoys a fantastic culture and opportunities for advancement, which are company-wide focused to help you grow both personally and professionally. We're interested in helping you establish and build a long-term career with us, because we know that happy employees lead to happier customers!
What We Offer:
- Health Insurance - 80% of employee premiums are company paid!
- Free Dental & Vision insurance for employees!
- Life Insurance Policy
- 401(k) plan with company match
- PTO and Vacation Days
- Training
- Fantastic Culture and Work Environment
SUMMARY
We're seeking an experienced and skilled Wheel Alignment Technician to join our team. As a Wheel Alignment Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and precision of wheel alignments on heavy duty semi-trucks. If you have a passion for working with heavy equipment and take pride in your attention to detail, we want to hear from you.
Job Summary:
We're looking for a highly skilled Wheel Alignment Technician to perform precise wheel alignments on heavy duty semi-trucks. The successful candidate will have experience working with heavy duty equipment, excellent problem-solving skills, and a strong attention to detail. The Wheel Alignment Technician will work closely with our team of technicians to ensure timely and accurate repairs.
Responsibilities:
- Perform precise wheel alignments on heavy duty semi-trucks using state-of-the-art equipment
- Conduct thorough inspections to identify any potential issues or damage
- Operate heavy duty wheel alignment machines and software
- Analyze data and make adjustments as necessary to ensure accurate alignments
- Collaborate with technicians to identify and repair any related issues
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment
- Follow safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
- Stay up-to-date with industry developments and advancements in wheel alignment technology
Requirements:
- 2+ years of experience as a Wheel Alignment Technician in a heavy duty truck repair environment
- Strong knowledge of heavy duty truck systems and components
- Experience with wheel alignment machines and software (e.g., Hunter, Bee Line)
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Attention to detail and ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a shop environment
- High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education in a related field preferred
- Valid driver's license (CDL not required)
- Comfortability guiding/driving semi-truck up a 4 ft inclined rack.
Preferred Qualifications:
- ASE certification in Brake or Suspension and Steering
- Experience with heavy duty truck repair software (e.g., Mitchell1, Snap-on)
- Familiarity with OEM specifications and guidelines