Tire & Alignment Technician

Dale Howard Auto Center • Iowa Falls, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Dale Howard Auto Center of Iowa Falls is seeking a Tire & Alignment Technician to help ensure customer vehicles drive safely, handle properly, and get maximum life from their tires. The role performs accurate wheel alignments, tire services, and steering and suspension inspections, identifying issues so vehicles leave the shop straight, smooth, and road-ready.

The technician works on passenger cars, light trucks, and SUVs, using computerized alignment equipment. The position also includes tire mounting, balancing, rotation and repair; TPMS service; road tests; equipment calibration; and keeping the work area clean and safe. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with no Saturday or Sunday work. The shop is air-conditioned.

Requirements

• 1–2+ years of experience performing wheel alignments in a shop setting.
• Solid understanding of camber, caster, and toe, and how suspension wear affects them.
• Experience with computerized alignment systems.
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining accuracy.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record, required for road tests.
• Own basic hand tools.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• Acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• ASE certification (A4 Suspension & Steering) or Hunter alignment certification.
• Experience with ADAS camera/sensor recalibration after alignment.
• Brake and general light repair experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform two- and four-wheel alignments on passenger cars, light trucks, and SUVs using computerized alignment equipment.
• Inspect steering and suspension components, including tie rods, ball joints, control arms, bushings, and struts, and recommend needed repairs.
• Mount, balance, rotate, and repair tires, including TPMS service and sensor relearns.
• Diagnose vehicle pulling, wandering, vibration, and uneven tire wear.
• Road-test vehicles before and after service to confirm the issue is resolved.
• Print and explain alignment reports so service advisors can communicate clearly with customers.
• Keep equipment calibrated and the work area clean and safe.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, flat-rate or hourly.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Uniform service.
• Paid training and certification support.
• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule with no Saturdays or Sundays.
• Air-conditioned shop.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED