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Wheel Balancing Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Costco Wholesale Corporation

Tire Installer

Avon, IN · On-site

Operates automatic balance machine to get reading of proper weight and placement to balance wheel. Attaches weights (including tape weights) to rims with a weight hammer. * Mounts wheels to auto ...

Lkqcorp

$14 - $17.25/hr

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit for extended periods ...

Slate Auto

Specification Generation Engineer

Warsaw, IN · On-site

Develop equipment specifications for automotive‑specific systems such as vehicle lifts, tire changers, wheel balancers, alignment systems, wash systems, compressed air systems, exhaust extraction ...

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What is the difference between Wheel Balancing vs Wheel Alignment?

AspectWheel BalancingWheel Alignment
PurposeTo evenly distribute weight around the wheel and tire assemblyTo adjust the angles of the wheels to the manufacturer's specifications
Tools UsedBalancing machine, weightsAlignment machine, laser or sensor tools
Work EnvironmentGarage or auto shop, on vehicle or wheel assemblyGarage or auto shop, on vehicle
CredentialsBasic automotive knowledge, sometimes certificationBasic automotive knowledge, sometimes certification

Wheel balancing and wheel alignment are both essential for vehicle maintenance but serve different purposes. Balancing ensures smooth rotation by evenly distributing weight, reducing vibrations. Alignment adjusts wheel angles for proper tracking and tire wear. Both are performed in auto shops and require similar skills, but they target different issues affecting vehicle performance and safety.

How much is it to do wheel balancing?

The cost of wheel balancing for a vehicle typically ranges from $15 to $50 per wheel, depending on the shop and location. Wheel balancing is a common service performed by automotive technicians using specialized equipment to ensure smooth driving and tire longevity.

What is the work of wheel balancing?

Wheel balancing is the process of equalizing the weight distribution of a vehicle's wheels and tires to ensure smooth rotation and prevent vibrations. It involves attaching small weights to the wheel rim using specialized equipment and is typically performed by automotive technicians to improve ride quality and tire longevity.

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Tire Installer

Noblesville, IN • On-site

Costco Wholesale Corporation
Retail • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job Description

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The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist. The listing does not mean that any positions are currently open or available at Costco.

Position Summary

Balances, installs, and rotates tires. Stocks tires and batteries and repairs tires. Answers questions, makes recommendations, and assists members with purchasing/returning tires and batteries. Provides a high level of member service.

Job Duties

  •  Locates member cars in the tire shop area of the lot. Lists body damage on service order. Drives member vehicle into install bay and onto hydraulic hoist. Raises auto.
  • Removes the wheel using an impact gun. Rolls wheel to mounting machine, removes tire from wheel. Cleans hub and wheel rim with wire brush. Attaches new valve stem, mounts new tire on wheel, fills tire to appropriate air pressure.
  • Operates automatic balance machine to get reading of proper weight and placement to balance wheel. Attaches weights (including tape weights) to rims with a weight hammer.
  • Mounts wheels to auto using the impact gun according to Tire Shop procedures.
  • Repairs flat tires for members and non-members.
  • Assists members in determining tire and battery needs, answers questions, makes product recommendations, sells tires.
  • Invoices tire purchase and service invoice. Loads tires on dolly or rolls tires to install area.
  • Alerts supervisor or manager to complete torque check and 10-point check and authorize vehicle release. Parks member auto in lot, and returns invoice and keys to sales desk.
  • Cleans the installation area by sweeping, mopping, spraying, and wiping.
  • Stocks tires and batteries in the sales area in accordance with Tire Shop Manager’s merchandising plan.
  • Rings up orders. Receives accurate payment, makes change, processes checks, credit and debit charges, gives out receipt and submits order according to proper procedures. Calculates refund amount for certain warranty returns of tires and auto batteries.
  • Communicates with Tire Shop Manager, Buyers, Receiving Departments, and Inventory Auditors regarding special orders, quantity, status, price, delivery, and promotion of merchandise.
  • Ensures proper cleanup and disposal of potentially hazardous materials spills.
  • Ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery.
  • Assists with department duties as necessary.
  • Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary.


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We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health benefits - medical/dental/vision/hearing aid/pharmacy/behavioral health/employee assistance, health care reimbursement account, dependent care assistance plan, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance, AD&D insurance, life insurance, 401(k), stock purchase plan to eligible employees.

Apart from any religious or disability considerations, open availability is needed to meet the needs of the business. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the United States.

Job Description Posting Updated: July 2026                                   Job Code: 0015

Qualifications:UNAVAILABLEEducation:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: UNAVAILABLE

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Costco is a membership warehouse club, dedicated to bringing our members the best possible prices on quality brand-name merchandise. With more than 800 locations worldwide, Costco provides a wide selection of merchandise, plus the convenience of specialty departments and exclusive member services, all designed to make your shopping experience a pleasurable one. Today, as the company evolves, it stays true to the qualities that helped attract and retain millions of loyal members around the globe: Commitment to quality. Costco warehouses carry about 4,000 SKUs (stock keeping units) compared to the 30,000 found at most supermarkets. By carefully choosing products based on quality, price, brand, and features, the company can offer the best value to members.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Issaquah, WA, US

Year founded

1983

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