Body Shop Technician

Repairs damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles in accordance with factory and dealership specifications.

Job Duties Include:


* Examines damaged vehicles and estimates repair costs


* Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window-and-seat-operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle body and fenders


* Fills depressions with body filler


* Removes damaged fenders, panels, and grills


* Bolts or welds replacement parts in position


* Straightens bent automobile frames


* Files, grinds and sands repaired surfaces


* Refinishes repaired surface, using paint spray gun and sander


* Aims headlights, aligns wheels, and bleeds hydraulic brake system


* Paints surfaces after performing body repairs


* Repairs or replaces defective mechanical parts


* Cleans tools, equipment and shop for acceptable appearance


* Completes service reports and other documentation as required by Nuss and/or customer


* Attends factory sponsored training classes as required 

Requirements:

Education:


* High school diploma or equivalent

Experience:


* Three years of experience in an auto body environment, or related experience Knowledge,

Skills, & Abilities:


* Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information in English


* Must be able to communicate well with others


* Excellent time management skills required 

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

This is a physically demanding position.

Will stand for 8-10 hours per shift.

Will lift and transport parts weighing up to and/or exceeding 70 pounds on an as needed basis.

Will be exposed to noise, dust, exhaust fumes, etc.

Will be required to wear dealership provided uniforms at all times.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.

May be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.