What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Body Shop/Frame Technician position at Laramie GM Auto Center?
At Laramie GM Collision Center, business is great! People seem to like how we take care of them, and our customer base just keeps growing! We strive to make every customer a customer for life. Every employee is critical to its success. Our promise is to keep delivering the same award-winning service and value that our community has come to expect from our dealership through the years. Happy employees make happy customers, and we reward individuals who are ready to work hard and stay motivated.
Some of the areas of skill that would be valuable to us would include:
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Identify and resolve parts required for repair; review repair orders, work order, and Body Shop Managers estimate notes; follow warranty guidelines; notify supervisor of any repair supplements
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Adjust, replace, and repair all makes and models of auto and trucks (e.g., sheet metal repairs, fiberglass/ panel repairs, fabrication and structural welding, installation and alignment of body components, electrical and mechanical repairs, etc.).
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Road test vehicles when necessary to ensure quality repair.
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Maintain current knowledge of job and technical skills including all manufacturer’s repair process.
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Perform work as outlined on repair estimates with efficiency and accuracy in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
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Teardown and inspect for additional or hidden repairs.
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Advise body shop estimator of additional damage or supplemental needs or if repairs will not be completed on time.
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Lead work of any apprentice technicians and maintain required certifications.
Qualifications
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Welding, suspension, automotive, framework experience a plus.
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i-CAR Certifications; Damage Analysis and Estimating, Mechanical and Electrical Components, Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair and State Vehicle Inspector (preferred)
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Certifications listed above or equivalent experience and eagerness to improve
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Valid driver's license and clean driving record
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
