What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Body Technician Apprentice position at McDonald Automotive?
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About your role:
McDonald Collision is looking for trainee technicians for our auto body department. Qualified candidates should have some mechanical background with auto body experience a plus. Candidates should own basic tools, but it is not mandatory. We are looking for motivated, responsible people with a desire to find a career path in the collision industry. You must be willing to be a part of the team and work well with others.
What We Offer
- Family Owned and Operated
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Basic Life Insurance
- Accidental D&D Insurance
- 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Training
- Work-Life Balance
- Career Advancement and Growth Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts on Parts and Services
- Employee Vehicle Purchase Programs
Essential Duties and Major Responsibilities:
- Performs light-medium body repairs under the direction of a trainer.
- Approaches repair planning with a sense of urgency, detail, and accuracy.
- De-trims and disassembles vehicles and maintains parts/materials in an organized manner.
- Remove damaged parts for repair or replacement and performs pre-pulls to repair vs. replacement decisions.
- Assists in identifying and sourcing parts, as necessary.
- Help to problem-solve on vehicles assigned to other team members.
- Reassemble the vehicle with attention to detail and quality.
- Consistently utilizes all required safety equipment, follows proper repair procedures, adheres to all requirements for hazardous waste disposal, and participates in monthly safety meetings.
- Follows Company safety policies and practices and immediately reports all accidents to the Manager/Supervisor.
- Assist with other duties as assigned.
- Follow scheduled hours as needed, defined by your manager.
Qualifications
- Must maintain a valid state driver’s license to drive any customer or company vehicle.
- Uses good judgment in determining when damaged parts can be safely repaired for cost and cycle-time savings.
- Knowledge of manufacturers’ repair processes & adherence to the Company’s technical repair processes.
- Mechanical aptitude with problem-solving skills
- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Troubleshooting/Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
What Makes Us Different?
At McDonald Automotive, we're not just another dealership- we strive to make every employee an employee for life. Our dealerships are consistently ranked among the top 20 stores in the US— a testament to our unwavering commitment to our business and our team. We're proud to attract highly motivated and driven individuals who are not only passionate about their work but are also dedicated to building relationships, embodying the essence of exceptional customer service.
This position will remain open for at least three days and will close upon candidate selection.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your application for employment or the recruiting process, please contact us by sending an email to hr@mcdonaldag.com
