Do you love cars and know your way around them? Are you interested in a career in Auto Body but need an opportunity to get your foot in the door? We're hiring car people immediately and we'll train the right person. No experience required!

ADESA is looking for a Body Shop Assistant to join our body shop team! This team plays a crucial role in our vehicle reconditioning and sale ready process. We want to talk with you if you're motivated by staying busy, take pride in your work, enjoy working in a team environment, and want to contribute your way to upward mobility and growth.

The Body Shop Assistant will primarily be responsible for the following duties:

• Cleaning the shop, including sweeping and taking out the trash and recycling
• Running shop errands
• Picking up and dropping off vehicles to vendors
• Moving vehicles
• Detailing vehicles

They will also learn and assist with the following responsibilities and duties with a high focus on the bolded items when the opportunity arises in the shop:

• Reviews repair plan R.O. as assigned
• Repairs vehicles per R.O. and in accordance with OEM standards
• Ensures correct parts are ordered/received as necessary
• Inspects for hidden or missed damage and provides notification if additional repairs/parts are necessary
• Disassembly of parts, accessories, and panels for proper access as necessary
• Repairs assigned body damage to include panels, bumpers, parts, and accessory items as necessary
• Uses proper equipment to remove dents to appropriate spec prior to next steps
• Applies Bondo per standards and shapes body lines and contours with precision
• Block and sand cured areas to meet standards
• Inspects repair areas for imperfections and addresses each as necessary
• Reassembles parts, and accessories if applicable
• Maintains and wears all required safety and health PPE

See us in action: https://vimeo.com/652202630/3ae8c047b6

Qualifications:

• Mechanical aptitude required.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must be qualified to operate a motor vehicle and possess a valid driver's license.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Must have the ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools.

PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• 401K with company match.
• Generous PTO (paid time off).
• A multitude of perks including student loan payments, reimbursement programs, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more.
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally.
• Access to opportunities to expand your skillset and share your knowledge with others across the organization.

ABOUT US

ADESA currently operates 56 locations throughout the US. Our Vehicle Service & Logistics Centers, some up to 200 acres, provide a wide array of vehicle services including repair & reconditioning, auction remarketing, and many locations serve as market hub distribution sites. Our inventory comprises hundreds of thousands of vehicles across North America from retail to commercial, OEM & more.

As an industry leader, ADESA is poised for a multi-year expansion including huge investments in facilities, massive sales growth, and an ever-increasing inventory of vehicles! We are looking for great people who want to take this journey with us!

Legal:

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check and motor vehicle record check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

ADESA is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. ADESA also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.