Suspension/Lift Technician

RNR Tire Express • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

RNR Tire Express is a national franchise retailer of tires and custom wheels with payment options designed to fit customers’ budgets. Established in 2000, the company has grown to more than 200 locations in 29 states. RNR describes its culture as focused on serving customers and says it supports employees with training and tools.

The Suspension/Lift Technician, also described in the posting as a Tire & Wheel / Alignment Technician (Service Specialist), oversees activity in the service and installation shop. The role supports safe shop operations and involves completing paperwork, maintaining inventory and equipment, installing tires, wheels, lift kits and related products, and organizing supplies and returned merchandise. This is a full-time position with stated hourly pay of $18–$23 and compensation described as $35,000–$50,000 with bonus. The shop is closed on Sundays.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in the listed automotive installation and service work.
• Ability to install truck lift kits and leveling kits.
• Ability to install brakes, mount and balance tires and wheels, and install vehicle lifts.
• Experience using tire mounting and balancing machines.
• Well-versed in alignments and knowledgeable about light front-end work.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted and lift and organize heavy products.
• Valid state driver’s license with a clean driving history.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check; a background check is required prior to hire.

Nice To Haves

• ASE Certification is preferred but not required.
• Prior experience as a tire technician, wheel specialist, automotive technician, auto tech, or alignment tech is helpful for success.

Responsibilities

• Oversee activity in the service and installation shop.
• Ensure shop safety guidelines are followed and paperwork is completed.
• Maintain shop inventory, products, tools, and equipment.
• Install lift kits, leveling kits, brakes, tires, and wheels; mount and balance tires and wheels; and perform alignments and light front-end work.
• Place product and supply orders.
• Organize delivered merchandise.
• Identify and properly tag returned products, and clean and maintain returned products.
• Maintain an organized inventory system and control parts spending.
• Lift and organize heavy products.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long- and short-term disability coverage
• Accident, critical illness, and cancer plans
• 401(k) matching plan
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed