Auto Body Repair Technician

DESCRIPTION

The Body Technician should possess the practical knowledge to perform metal repairs, pull and square, fill and sand, R&I, repair and replace. Be proficient at metal straightening, plastic finish work, structural repair and welding. They must have or be provided with the necessary tools to perform the above duties. They must maintain a positive attitude and cooperate with managers and fellow employees in a positive spirit of teamwork. They must also practice our core values in all that they do: Honesty and Integrity, Teamwork and Profit Focus.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties and Responsibilities (include but not limited to the following):

• Comply with all safety and OSHA procedures and requirements including: earplugs, eye-protection, welding helmets and gloves
• Maintain clean and orderly production area throughout the work day
• Maintain tools and equipment within department
• Be a mentor for all apprentices and helpers
• Responsible for all repairs assigned and listed on the repair plan
• Maintain a copy of repair plan in the vehicle
• Complete repairs in a quality manner, following our Standard Operating Procedures
• Complete repairs according to factory specifications and I-CAR procedures
• Immediately notifying A+ Repair Planner of hidden or missed damage
• Strive to maintain target date in accordance to customer’s expectations
• Participate in shop and company meetings
• Check parts for correctness before starting repairs. Immediately notify the Parts Manager of any discrepancies
• Be organized and work with Parts Manager to utilize our parts carts and storage areas
• Be responsible for and accountable for all parts assigned to each job
• Apply undercoating, corrosion protection, gravel guard, seam sealer, weld-through primer and lubricants as required
• Possess ability to diagnose and correctly repair damage
• Possess the necessary mechanical knowledge to perform body repairs
• Possess practical knowledge of setting up, measuring and straightening full frame and unibody vehicles with computerized equipment
• Immediately notify the A+ Repair Planner of any vehicles that will not meet the target delivery date
• Upon nearing completion of a job, advise A+ Repair Planner of workload and requesting a new assignment if appropriate
• Perform quality check on refinish work prior to reassembly
• Perform quality check after reassembly
  • Attend I-CAR classes when required

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School
• 5+ years for Journeymen
• 0-3 for Apprentice
• Valid Driver’s License

DESIRED SKILLS

• Strong Winning Attitude!
• Quality of repairs is a must
• Ability to work with computers and research correct repair procedure
• Good track record with previous employers
• Positive & Cooperative
• Team player
• Ability to provide references upon request

BENEFITS

We have wonderful benefits that include the standard stuff:

• PTO (Paid Time Off) that you earn based on hours worked each pay period.
• Eight (8) paid holidays
• Health coverage
• Vision coverage
• Dental coverage (including orthodontic option)
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance coverage
• Award-winning Health Plan:
  • “America’s Top 50 Health Plans,” Health Rosetta Institute, 2023
  • “Health Plan Hero,” Patients Rising, 2022