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Music City Recon

Wheel Repair Tech - Tampa

Tampa, FL · On-site

The Mobile Route Technician will be responsible for customer service and wheel repairs for ... Strong organizational and communication skills to interact with customers and build accounts

Carvana

Alloy Wheel Repair

Hoffman Estates, IL · On-site

$20.50 - $24.50/hr

As an Automotive Wheel Repair Technician, you'll be expected to repair deep wheel damage, use a ... Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles ...

Carvana

Alloy Wheel Repair

Newark, OH

As an Automotive Wheel Repair Technician, you'll be expected to repair deep wheel damage, use a ... Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles ...

Carvana

Alloy Wheel Repair

Hoffman Estates, IL · On-site

$20.50 - $24.50/hr

As an Automotive Wheel Repair Technician, you'll be expected to repair deep wheel damage, use a ... Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles ...

Carvana

Alloy Wheel Repair

Chicago, IL · On-site

$20.50 - $24.50/hr

As an Automotive Wheel Repair Technician, you'll be expected to repair deep wheel damage, use a ... Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles ...

Bastian Solutions

Custom Machine Builder

Greenfield, IN · On-site

$19.75 - $25.50/hr

Custom Machine Builder Job Overview: A Custom Machine Builder I for Bastian Automation will be ... wheel, and other related industries - helping them work smarter, scale faster, and deliver with ...

Bastian Solutions

Custom Machine Builder

Greenfield, IN

$19.75 - $25.50/hr

Custom Machine Builder Job Overview: A Custom Machine Builder I for Bastian Automation will be ... wheel, and other related industries - helping them work smarter, scale faster, and deliver with ...

Carvana

Alloy Wheel Repair

Columbus, OH

As an Automotive Wheel Repair Technician, you'll be expected to repair deep wheel damage, use a ... Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles ...

Toyota

Custom Machine Builder

Greenfield, IN · On-site

$19.75 - $25.50/hr

Custom Machine Builder Job Overview: A Custom Machine Builder I for Bastian Automation will be ... wheel, and other related industries - helping them work smarter, scale faster, and deliver with ...

Dent Wizard

Automotive Wheel Technician

Fresno, CA

$60K - $110K/yr

Automotive Wheel Technician - No Experience Needed! Training:Fully Paid (Includes Travel, Food, and ... Strongcustomer service and salesskills to interact with customers and build accounts * Detail ...

Dent Wizard

Automotive Wheel Technician

Clovis, CA

$60K - $110K/yr

Automotive Wheel Technician - No Experience Needed! Training:Fully Paid (Includes Travel, Food, and ... Strongcustomer service and salesskills to interact with customers and build accounts * Detail ...

Carvana

Alloy Wheel Repair

Heath, OH

As an Automotive Wheel Repair Technician, you'll be expected to repair deep wheel damage, use a ... Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles ...

Carvana

Alloy Wheel Repair

Hoffman Estates, IL · On-site

$20.50 - $24.50/hr

As an Automotive Wheel Repair Technician, you'll be expected to repair deep wheel damage, use a ... Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles ...

Carvana

Alloy Wheel Repair

Heath, OH · On-site

As an Automotive Wheel Repair Technician, you'll be expected to repair deep wheel damage, use a ... Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles ...

Carvana

Alloy Wheel Repair

Heath, OH · On-site

As an Automotive Wheel Repair Technician, you'll be expected to repair deep wheel damage, use a ... Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles ...

American Emergency Vehicles

Builder I

Winter Park, FL · On-site

$19.25 - $25/hr

... build Type 1, Type 2, Type 3, and medium-duty models ... Road Rescue & Wheeled Coach. With a legacy and passion to deliver mission-critical durability, our ...

Dent Wizard

Automotive Wheel Technician

Akron, OH

$60K - $110K/yr

Automotive Wheel Technician - No Experience Needed! Training:Fully Paid (Includes Travel, Food, and ... Strongcustomer service and salesskills to interact with customers and build accounts * Detail ...

Dent Wizard

Automotive Wheel Technician

Newburgh, NY

$60K - $110K/yr

Automotive Wheel Technician - No Experience Needed! Training:Fully Paid (Includes Travel, Food, and ... Strongcustomer service and salesskills to interact with customers and build accounts * Detail ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for wheel builder in the United States is $22.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Wheel Builder job?

A Wheel Builder is responsible for assembling, repairing, and maintaining bicycle or vehicle wheels. This involves lacing spokes, truing rims, tensioning spokes, and ensuring wheels are properly aligned. They use specialized tools to adjust spoke tension and diagnose structural issues. Wheel Builders work in bike shops, manufacturing facilities, or repair centers. Attention to detail and precision are essential for producing high-quality, durable wheels.

What are some typical challenges a Wheel Builder may face on the job?

As a Wheel Builder, you may encounter challenges such as dealing with components that are out of true or improperly tensioned spokes, which require careful adjustment and troubleshooting. Tight deadlines or custom builds can add complexity, requiring a high level of concentration and consistent quality control. Additionally, staying up-to-date with new materials and technologies in the cycling industry is important. Collaboration with shop technicians and other mechanics is common, especially on larger projects or when sourcing specialized parts. Over time, successfully overcoming these challenges can help you become a trusted expert and may lead to advanced roles in bicycle assembly or service management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Wheel Builder position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Wheel Builder, you need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and manual dexterity, often supported by experience in bicycle mechanics or wheel assembly. Familiarity with truing stands, spoke wrenches, and tension meters, as well as industry certifications such as those from the Professional Bicycle Mechanics Association (PBMA), are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving abilities, patience, and a commitment to quality craftsmanship are crucial soft skills in this field. These competencies ensure precise, reliable wheel assemblies that meet safety and performance standards for customers.

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Wheel Repair Tech - Nashville

Wheel Repair Tech - Nashville

Music City Recon

Nashville, TN

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Description:

The Mobile Route Technician will be responsible for customer service and wheel repairs for automobile dealerships, body shops, and tire shops. Technicians will utilize specially designed mobile trucks and trailers outfitted with state of the art tooling to repair, recondition or refinish painted, polished or machined alloy wheels. Other duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Call on assigned customers and develop strong relationships
  • Inspect and quote wheels to be repaired
  • Paint surfaces of wheels using spray-painting equipment, power tools and work aids utilizing specific surface preparation and painting techniques.
  • Mix paint to specified color using standard formulas or color charts

Requirements:

The successful Mobile Wheel Technician will have a high school diploma or equivalent. This person will be highly detail-oriented and have excellent organizational skills. Other requirements include:

  • Ability to develop relationships and provide a high level of customer service
  • Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
  • Must follow all DOT regulations and be able to pass a DOT physical.
  • Experience in automotive painting is a plus
  • Ability to frequently lift/carry 50lbs

Working on site at customer locations, you’ll fix cosmetic damages (curb and road rash, peeling, scrapes, gouges, oxidation and bent wheels) using spray-painting equipment, power tools and work aids. The process involves removing the wheels, repairing them in your mobile truck and placing them back on the vehicle. Tasks include painting surfaces, inspecting wheels, prepping and buffing defects, mixing colors and finishing.

PAY RATE:

  • Unlimited, uncapped earning potential based on commission: the harder you work, the more you can make.
  • Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and Life Insurance.
  • Independence to manage your day; no micromanagement
  • Fun and dynamic team where everyone is supportive and has your back
  • Variety of work on many types of cars, both new and old models

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

  • Auto painting experience or collision repair technical school training preferred but not required
  • Vision abilities including close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
  • Toughness and grit to work outside in all kinds of weather
  • Strong organizational and communication skills to interact with customers and build accounts
  • Manual dexterity for repetitive-motion tasks
  • Strong work ethic, self-motivation and the ability to work independently
  • Physical stamina to kneel, bend, squat and climb, as well as lift up to 45 pounds
  • Valid driver’s license and good driving record

Contact

  • Asbiel Benitez 786 303 9152