Wheel Alignment Technician
2025-07-17T20:24:05+00:00
Precision Recruitment
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FULL_TIME
Lusaka
Lusaka
10101
Zambia
Consulting
Management
2025-07-31T17:00:00+00:00
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Overview
We are recruiting!
Our client in Lusaka, is looking for a Wheel Alignment Technician to join their team for a job vacancy within the automotive industry.
To apply, or for more information, follow the link below.
Wheel Alignment Technician
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and adjusting vehicle wheel alignment to factory specifications.
- Using specialised alignment equipment and tools to correct steering wheel systems and ensure optimal vehicle performance, extended tyre life, enhanced driving safety and comfort for the customer.
Key Performance Areas
Vehicle Inspection and Diagnosis
- Conduct thorough pre-alignment inspections of tyres, suspension components (e.g., shock absorbers, struts, mountings), steering linkages, and ride heights.
- Identify worn or damaged parts that may affect alignment and recommend necessary repairs or replacements to the customer or service advisor.
- Listen to customer concerns and road test vehicles to understand reported handling issues (e.g., pulling, uneven tyre wear, steering wheel off-centre).
Wheel Alignment Services
- Operate specialised equipment to assess and identify issues with wheel alignment, including measuring angles like caster, camber, and toe.
- Interpret alignment reports to identify necessary adjustments to the suspension and steering components to correct alignment problems.
- Conduct thorough inspections of tyres, suspension, and steering systems to identify potential issues and ensure overall vehicle safety.
Customer Service
- Communicate technical information clearly to customers, explaining alignment issues and recommended repairs or services.
- Provide a detailed report of the alignment work performed, including the before and after measurements and any adjustments made.
Post-Alignment Verification and Testing
- Conduct post-alignment checks to verify that all adjustments meet manufacturer specifications.
- Perform final road tests to confirm improved handling, straight-line tracking, and customer satisfaction.
- Explain alignment results and any further recommendations to customers clearly and professionally.
- Identify and pursue additional sales opportunities where appropriate.
Workshop and Equipment Maintenance
- Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and repairs of wheel alignment equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Maintain accurate records of inventory supplies, and equipment maintenance schedules for audit purposes.
- Troubleshoot and repair malfunctions or breakdowns of alignment equipment.
- Adhere to relevant safety protocols and regulations related to workshop and wheel alignment procedures and equipment operation.
- Participate in stock takes of relevant store stock, parts and tools.
The job holder is required to perform any duties over and above the outputs of the job which are at the reasonable request of a superior
Qualifications and Experience:
Minimum Qualification
- Ordinary Level Certificate
- Trade Tested Motor Mechanic
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualification
- Additional relevant technical qualification will be an added advantage
Minimum Experience
Tyre fitting exposure and at least 6 months Wheel Alignment Bay experience under supervision with successful completion and certification of relevant accredited training.
Preferred Experience
At least 3 years’ experience following technical assessment in conjunction with the completion and certification of relevant accredited training.
Competencies:
Knowledge
- Proficiency in operating computerised alignment equipment and diagnostic tools.
- Solid understanding of vehicle suspension and steering systems.
- Skilled in diagnostics and adjustment techniques.
- Ability to interpret alignment readings accurately.
- Knowledge of various vehicle types (cars, light trucks, SUVs).
- General mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand tools.
Skills / Behaviour
- Analytical & problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail
- Critical thinking and decision-making skills
- Excellent customer / Service orientation
- Good Communication skills to explain complex technical issues to customers
- Ability to work as part of a team
- High work ethic and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy weights and perform repetitive movements
- Integrity/honesty
“All candidates are required to obtain their ZAQA certification from the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)”
Overview We are recruiting! Our client in Lusaka, is looking for a Wheel Alignment Technician to join their team for a job vacancy within the automotive industry. To apply, or for more information, follow the link below. Wheel Alignment Technician Responsibilities: Responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and adjusting vehicle wheel alignment to factory specifications. Using specialised alignment equipment and tools to correct steering wheel systems and ensure optimal vehicle performance, extended tyre life, enhanced driving safety and comfort for the customer. Key Performance Areas Vehicle Inspection and Diagnosis Conduct thorough pre-alignment inspections of tyres, suspension components (e.g., shock absorbers, struts, mountings), steering linkages, and ride heights. Identify worn or damaged parts that may affect alignment and recommend necessary repairs or replacements to the customer or service advisor. Listen to customer concerns and road test vehicles to understand reported handling issues (e.g., pulling, uneven tyre wear, steering wheel off-centre). Wheel Alignment Services Operate specialised equipment to assess and identify issues with wheel alignment, including measuring angles like caster, camber, and toe. Interpret alignment reports to identify necessary adjustments to the suspension and steering components to correct alignment problems. Conduct thorough inspections of tyres, suspension, and steering systems to identify potential issues and ensure overall vehicle safety. Customer Service Communicate technical information clearly to customers, explaining alignment issues and recommended repairs or services. Provide a detailed report of the alignment work performed, including the before and after measurements and any adjustments made. Post-Alignment Verification and Testing Conduct post-alignment checks to verify that all adjustments meet manufacturer specifications. Perform final road tests to confirm improved handling, straight-line tracking, and customer satisfaction. Explain alignment results and any further recommendations to customers clearly and professionally. Identify and pursue additional sales opportunities where appropriate. Workshop and Equipment Maintenance Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and repairs of wheel alignment equipment according to manufacturer specifications. Maintain accurate records of inventory supplies, and equipment maintenance schedules for audit purposes. Troubleshoot and repair malfunctions or breakdowns of alignment equipment. Adhere to relevant safety protocols and regulations related to workshop and wheel alignment procedures and equipment operation. Participate in stock takes of relevant store stock, parts and tools. The job holder is required to perform any duties over and above the outputs of the job which are at the reasonable request of a superior
Analytical & problem-solving skills High attention to detail Critical thinking and decision-making skills Excellent customer / Service orientation Good Communication skills to explain complex technical issues to customers Ability to work as part of a team High work ethic and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy weights and perform repetitive movements Integrity/honesty
Minimum Qualification Ordinary Level Certificate Trade Tested Motor Mechanic Valid driver’s license Preferred Qualification Additional relevant technical qualification will be an added advantage Minimum Experience Tyre fitting exposure and at least 6 months Wheel Alignment Bay experience under supervision with successful completion and certification of relevant accredited training. Preferred Experience At least 3 years’ experience following technical assessment in conjunction with the completion and certification of relevant accredited training. Competencies: Knowledge Proficiency in operating computerised alignment equipment and diagnostic tools. Solid understanding of vehicle suspension and steering systems. Skilled in diagnostics and adjustment techniques. Ability to interpret alignment readings accurately. Knowledge of various vehicle types (cars, light trucks, SUVs). General mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand tools.
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Vacancy title:
Wheel Alignment Technician
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Consulting, Category: Management]
Jobs at:
Precision Recruitment
Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, July 31 2025
Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka | Zambia
Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, July 17 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Overview
We are recruiting!
Our client in Lusaka, is looking for a Wheel Alignment Technician to join their team for a job vacancy within the automotive industry.
To apply, or for more information, follow the link below.
Wheel Alignment Technician
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and adjusting vehicle wheel alignment to factory specifications.
- Using specialised alignment equipment and tools to correct steering wheel systems and ensure optimal vehicle performance, extended tyre life, enhanced driving safety and comfort for the customer.
Key Performance Areas
Vehicle Inspection and Diagnosis
- Conduct thorough pre-alignment inspections of tyres, suspension components (e.g., shock absorbers, struts, mountings), steering linkages, and ride heights.
- Identify worn or damaged parts that may affect alignment and recommend necessary repairs or replacements to the customer or service advisor.
- Listen to customer concerns and road test vehicles to understand reported handling issues (e.g., pulling, uneven tyre wear, steering wheel off-centre).
Wheel Alignment Services
- Operate specialised equipment to assess and identify issues with wheel alignment, including measuring angles like caster, camber, and toe.
- Interpret alignment reports to identify necessary adjustments to the suspension and steering components to correct alignment problems.
- Conduct thorough inspections of tyres, suspension, and steering systems to identify potential issues and ensure overall vehicle safety.
Customer Service
- Communicate technical information clearly to customers, explaining alignment issues and recommended repairs or services.
- Provide a detailed report of the alignment work performed, including the before and after measurements and any adjustments made.
Post-Alignment Verification and Testing
- Conduct post-alignment checks to verify that all adjustments meet manufacturer specifications.
- Perform final road tests to confirm improved handling, straight-line tracking, and customer satisfaction.
- Explain alignment results and any further recommendations to customers clearly and professionally.
- Identify and pursue additional sales opportunities where appropriate.
Workshop and Equipment Maintenance
- Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and repairs of wheel alignment equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Maintain accurate records of inventory supplies, and equipment maintenance schedules for audit purposes.
- Troubleshoot and repair malfunctions or breakdowns of alignment equipment.
- Adhere to relevant safety protocols and regulations related to workshop and wheel alignment procedures and equipment operation.
- Participate in stock takes of relevant store stock, parts and tools.
The job holder is required to perform any duties over and above the outputs of the job which are at the reasonable request of a superior
Qualifications and Experience:
Minimum Qualification
- Ordinary Level Certificate
- Trade Tested Motor Mechanic
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualification
- Additional relevant technical qualification will be an added advantage
Minimum Experience
Tyre fitting exposure and at least 6 months Wheel Alignment Bay experience under supervision with successful completion and certification of relevant accredited training.
Preferred Experience
At least 3 years’ experience following technical assessment in conjunction with the completion and certification of relevant accredited training.
Competencies:
Knowledge
- Proficiency in operating computerised alignment equipment and diagnostic tools.
- Solid understanding of vehicle suspension and steering systems.
- Skilled in diagnostics and adjustment techniques.
- Ability to interpret alignment readings accurately.
- Knowledge of various vehicle types (cars, light trucks, SUVs).
- General mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand tools.
Skills / Behaviour
- Analytical & problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail
- Critical thinking and decision-making skills
- Excellent customer / Service orientation
- Good Communication skills to explain complex technical issues to customers
- Ability to work as part of a team
- High work ethic and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy weights and perform repetitive movements
- Integrity/honesty
“All candidates are required to obtain their ZAQA certification from the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)”
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: professional certificate
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