Transit Paint and Body Technician

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General Description:
Performs skilled technical work in the repair of all body and structural damage to County vehicles to include repair and replacement of structural portions of vehicle framework, welding, repair and replacement of body parts, body part fabrication, sanding, fiberglassing and use of body fillers, body straightening, paint preparation, and spray painting.

Works independently using general and specialized hand and power tools, and precision tools for transit vehicle repair body and painting work.  Supervision is received orally and through written job orders from Lead Mechanic or Shift Supervisor who reviews work in progress and upon completion for established operational requirements.

Possession of a Valid Driver's License

Willingness and availability to work varying shifts in a 24/7 operation as assigned (days, afternoons, nights, weekends, and holidays)

Ability to report to multiple work locations as needed

Possession of a valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Air Brake and Passenger Transport Endorsement or Commercial Driver Learner's Permit with Air Brake and Passenger Transport Endorsement

EPA 608 Certification
Vocational/Technical School/College Certification in field of study closely related to area of assignment

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Performs thorough disassembly of vehicles and notifies estimators and/or production manager of any additional/hidden damage

Performs welding, unibody/full frame repairs, non-structural/structural sheet metal replacement repairs, and corrosion protection per manufacturers guidelines

Removes accessories from vehicles, such as chrome or mirrors, and masks other surfaces with tape or paper for protection from paint

Removes grease, dirt, paint, and rust from vehicle surfaces in preparation for paint application using abrasives, solvents, brushes, blowtorches, washing tanks, or sandblasters

Fills cavities and dents with putty to attain smooth surface

Mixes paint to match color specifications or vehicles' original colors, stirs and thins paints using spatula or power mixing equipment

Pours paint into spray guns and adjusts nozzles and paint mixes for proper paint flow and coating thickness.

Sprays prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and decorative or finish coatings

Sands vehicle surfaces between coats of paint and/or primer to remove flaws and enhance adhesion for subsequent coats

Adjusts controls on infrared ovens, heat lamps, portable ventilators, and exhaust units to speed the drying of vehicles between coats

Sands final finish, and applies sealer after vehicle has dried properly

Disassembles, cleans, and reassembles sprayers and power equipment, using solvents, wire brushes, and cloths for cleaning duties

Lays out logos, symbols, or designs on painted surfaces according to blueprint specifications, using measuring instruments, stencils, and patterns

Sets up portable equipment such as ventilators, exhaust units, ladders, and scaffolding

Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective equipment, including respirator, in the manner recommended by equipment manufacturer.

Operates lifting and moving devices to move equipment or materials so areas to be painted are accessible

Maintains records of work performed and inputs data into the maintenance management software program (AssetWorks)

Operates machinery including, but not limited to, forklift, man lift, power tools, etc.

Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations affecting body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs medium to heavy work that involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 to 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals, traffic and moving machinery.

Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Seeks coaching from others to address routine problems; learns to handle these issues effectively. Bases decisions and actions on relevant rules and procedures.

Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Tackles what needs to be done with enthusiasm, working quickly and without undue oversight.

Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Gains a clear understanding of the main tasks needed to complete work in the right sequence. Identifies the support and resources needed to carry out plans; delivers on time at an acceptable quality level.

Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Operates with a clear sense of responsibility; learns about, and adheres to, most policies, procedures, and work requirements. Takes steps to ensure work is done properly, communicates status, and addresses any errors.

Handles conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise. Disagrees with others in a respectful and tactful manner; handles conflicts and differences of opinion in a calm, composed manner; rebounds from conflicts without animosity.

Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Seeks and responds to constructive feedback in a positive and professional way. Seeks to understand own impact on others; acknowledges mistakes and finds ways to avoid repeating them.

All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.

Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.

Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.