Heavy-Duty Alignment and Suspension Technician

Jacksonville, FLPosted Nov 6, 2026

Job description

A heavy-duty alignment technician is a specialized mechanic who inspects, diagnoses, and adjusts the steering, suspension, and axle angles of large commercial vehicles, such as semi-trucks, class 5–8 trucks Key Responsibilities Diagnose Alignment Issues: Use electronic sensors, lasers, and digital diagnostic tools to measure camber, caster, toe, and thrust angles against OEM specifications.

Inspect Systems: Check critical components for wear or damage, including kingpins, bushings, tie rods, torque arms, hangers, and frame integrity Make Adjustments and Repairs: Adjust shims, tie rods, and cam bushings, or straighten/align axles to fix pulling, steering drift, and irregular tire wear. Tandem Alignment: Ensure rear drive axles and towed trailers track straight behind the tractor so the vehicle does not dog-track or create excessive rolling resistance.

Company Overview Family owned and operated for over sixty years; We represent multiple manufacturers including Freightliner; Volvo; Western Star and Isuzu. In addition, we have a full benefit package which includes the options for medical, vision, employer paid dental insurance; HSA with an employer contribution; $20,000 employer paid life insurance; optional life insurance; short-term and long-term disability plans.

We offer paid time off and eight paid holidays a year. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

We are a Drug Free Workplace. Each candidate must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and various background investigations, including criminal history reports, before employment.

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