Body Shop Technician

Classification - Non-Exempt - Job Types: Full-time

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• Repairs vehicles per estimate and according to manufacturer standards, communicates well with estimators on what is needed on job and supplements. Works well with others.
• Check parts against estimate and ensures proper parts are ordered and received.
• Prepares vehicles for body repair work, able to perform quality OE body work and replacement of parts. Knows how to perform job to OE standards of vehicles.
• Notifies management/estimators of any additional repairs needed. Documents and additional parts and labor required to perform a satisfactory repair.
• Notifies management of any difficulties or problems that may prevent a quality job from being performed or cause a change in the promised time.
• Able to repair, install, weld, and fit of parts not withstanding quarter panels, rear body panels, and have Frame machine expertise
• Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal equipment, including respirator, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners and other hazardous materials. Reports any deviations to management.
• Cooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehicles.
• Understands, keeps abreast of and complies with federal, state and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.
• Other duties may be assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Previous related experience as a collision repair technician.
• ICAR or ASE certifications in auto body repair, painting and estimating, a plus.
• Working knowledge of all aspects of repairs for damaged vehicles including body work and when to replace or repair parts.
• Ability to read and following instructions on repair/estimate orders.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver license.