Non -Structural Body Technician -Automotive

Position Title: Non-Structural Body Technician

Location: West Palm Beach

JOIN OUR Schumacher Family

Schumacher Auto Group of the Palm Beaches opened its doors in 1971 starting with Schumacher Buick. It has achieved its growth by building a strong commitment to its customers and the community. We have an obligation to deliver the very best experience to our customers. With a strong focus on customer service, we have grown to be one of the top brands in South Florida. Schumacher carries a wide variety of vehicles, including Lincoln, Volkswagen, Infiniti, Volvo, Subaru, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram to name a few. Through this growth, we’ve never lost track of what made us successful for over 50 years: a strong focus on putting our customers and community first in everything we do.

We are looking for dedicated, motivated, and top talent. Our philosophy is to always promote from within and advance and reward hard-working individuals. We offer the best compensation in the industry here in South Florida, and excellent benefit packages for our employees.

Why Choose Us? Here's just a few to mention…….

• Brand Icon Company in business for over “52 years."
• Comprehensive Health Benefits Program to include - Low rates for high and low deductible medical plans with United Health Care a nationwide carrier; Met Life Dental Insurance; Met Life Vision Insurance
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance (STD/LTD, Life Insurance, Legal Consultative Services, Health Savings Account)
• Employee Assistance Program (Consulting Services, Work/Life Balance Support)
• 401K Savings and Retirement plan with company match
• Paid Time Off to include vacation time, sick time, major holidays, bereavement leave
• Family Fund, a company contribution to support employees with medical hardships
• Degrees at Work Program; earn your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree along with books for FREE at our Delray location
• Discounts to our employees on vehicles, service, and parts
• Training, resources and opportunities for career growth and advancement, tailored to individual performance, experience and interests.

If you are looking to make a difference and want to join a family company that appreciates and cares for its employees by rewarding hard work and commitment, Schumacher is the place.

Position Description:

The Non-Structural Body Technician repairs damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles in accordance with factory and dealership specifications and time standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Repairs vehicles per estimate and according to manufacturer requirements.
• Checks parts against estimate and ensures proper parts are ordered and received.
• Prepares vehicles for body repair work.
• Notifies management of any additional repairs needed.
• Notifies management of any difficulties or problems that may prevent a quality job from being performed or cause a change in the promised time.
• Maintains tools and equipment in a proper state of repair.
• Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective 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.
• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Maintain i-Car certification (company funded).
• Other tasks assigned by Management.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• A professional with the ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• A professional with the ability to ready and interpret documents
• A professional with the ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Proficient computer skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Positive attitude
• Strong work ethic
• Fluent in English

All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to qualify for employment. Pre-Employment testing includes a successful background check and drug testing.

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day Shift

Education/Requirements:

• High school or equivalent

Schumacher Auto provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.