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Wheel Balancing Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Point S Moab

Alignment/Tire Technician

Moab, UT · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Perform precise wheel alignments on passenger vehicles and light trucks * Diagnose suspension ... Perform tire mounting, balancing, rotations, flat repairs, and replacements * Test drive vehicles ...

Point S Tire

Alignment/Tire Technician

Moab, UT · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Perform precise wheel alignments on passenger vehicles and light trucks * Diagnose suspension ... Perform tire mounting, balancing, rotations, flat repairs, and replacements * Test drive vehicles ...

Big O Tires

Tire Technician

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Installing new wheels * Attaching and re-balancing wheels * Repairing, rotating, and inflating tires * Performing oil changes or any type of flushes and maintenance * Calibrating TPMS * Inventory ...

Big O Tires

Tire Technician/ Lube Technician

Nephi, UT · On-site

$15 - $22/hr

Installing new wheels * Attaching and re-balancing wheels * Repairing, rotating, and inflating tires * Performing oil changes or any type of flushes and maintenance * Calibrating TPMS * Inventory ...

Big O Tires

Tire Technician

Providence, UT · On-site

$17 - $21/hr

Attaching and re-balancing wheels * Repairing, rotating, and inflating tires * Calibrating TPMS * Putting away Inventory * Participating in training & follows safety procedures * Work in a High pace ...

Big O Tires

Tire Technician

Logan, UT · On-site

$17 - $21/hr

Attaching and re-balancing wheels * Repairing, rotating, and inflating tires * Calibrating TPMS * Putting away Inventory * Participating in training & follows safety procedures * Work in a High pace ...

Big O Tires

Tire Technician

Ogden, UT · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Installing new wheels * Attaching and re-balancing wheels * Repairing, rotating, and inflating tires * Performing oil changes or any type of flushes and maintenance * Calibrating TPMS * Inventory ...

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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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Inside Commercial Tire Service - Ogden, UT

Purcell Tire & Rubber Company

Ogden, UT • On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Purcell Tire rating

4.8

Company rating: 4.8 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

346th of 370 rated vehicle maintenance

Job description

Description:

MISSION

To address the tire needs of customers in a safe, approved manner using the proper tools and proper techniques.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Identify and inflate tires correctly for the size and ply
  • Place wheels on balancing machines to determine counterweights required to balance wheels
  • Dismount wheels from vehicles using lug wrenches and other hand and power tools
  • Mount wheels onto vehicles
  • Reassemble tires onto wheels
  • Replace valve stems and remove puncturing objects
  • Locate and seal punctures
  • Perform lube, oil, filter, tire services on passenger and light truck vehicles, as needed
  • Maintain positive relationships with customers
  • Maintain tools and related tire accessories
  • Maintain a clean shop to reflect the proper corporate image to the public
  • Protect company assets
  • Embrace Purcell’s culture of safety and perform all jobs in a safe manner
  • Regular attendance in accordance with assigned schedule
  • Ability to perform physical requirements as listed in job description
  • Other essential and non-essential duties, as assigned by management


Requirements:

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

Minimum Education: High School

Minimum Job-Specific Experience: 1-2 years

Management Experience: N/A

Driver’s License Required: No

Other Job-Specific Licenses or Certifications Required: Tire Industry Association CTS certification, vendor-provided training


REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (KSA’s)

Job-Specific KSA’s:

  • Tire Industry – Essential industry information including tire brands, designs, treads; proper safety and functional procedures, and relevant customer markets.
  • Customer Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
  • Mechanical — Knowledge of automotive vehicles and tools, including their repair, and maintenance.

Communication KSA’s:

  • English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
  • Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
  • Writing & Speaking — Communicating effectively in writing and interpersonal speaking as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Tools & Technology KSA’s:

  • Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  • Phone Systems – Ability to operate phone systems for the effective communication of information to interested parties

Cognitive KSA’s:

  • Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
  • Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
  • Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
  • Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
  • Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.

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