Automotive and Heavy Duty Body (Collision) Shop Technician

Description:

Johnson Equipment Sales and Service, Inc. is looking to expand its operations in Farmington, NY . As a family owned and operated company, we want you to feel like part of the family. We are looking for skilled Automotive Body Shop Technicians. This is an immediate opening. If you are looking for a chance to use your skills to the fullest, or learn some more, we have a place for you!

We are offering:

$25 an hour or more based on experience

Full-time

Overtime is available

First shift

Full benefits

Gym membership reimbursement

Paid time off and paid holidays

Full Job Details

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Familiar with the precise disassembly, repair, painting and reassembly of all damaged parts
• Displays skill using a cutting torch and minor welding
• Must comply with all safety protocols to include wearing protective gear and maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Must be able to communicate professionally with both internal and external customers
• Must be able to perform with a great attention to detail
• Must be a self-starter and able to work to a schedule
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Our technicians should have a number of professional skills and abilities:

• Experience in auto body repair to include frame, panel, filler and paint finish, sand blasting is preferred
• Good general knowledge of paint and paint application
• Experience with use of gravity HVLP and pressure pot painting systems preferred
• Good mechanical skills such as but not limited to welding, fabrication, etc.
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills
• Provides positive interaction with peers, leaders and internal customers
• Sound organizational, records management, time management skills, and attention to detail
• The ability to effectively prioritize responsibilities, meet assigned deadlines, and manage the related stress
• Have the desire to learn shop procedures and technical information, take initiative

Based on the technical and professional responsibilities of the position, the Automotive Body Shop Technician is required to have:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Some class A/B technical school or BOCES experience is desirable
• Some experience working on automobiles, farm equipment or construction equipment
• Own basic set of tools
• Valid drivers license

The Automotive Body Shop Technician is primarily located work environment with moderate to loud noise levels. Physical requirements include:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds with assistance
• Must be able to wear a respirator
• Must be on time for all scheduled shifts and work all scheduled days

Benefits

This position offers an excellent benefits package (401K, health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, and more) plus the possibility for weekly overtime. In addition to the standard benefits our technicians are eligible to receive referral bonuses, tool bonuses and more.

This position is located at 5966 Collett Road, Farmington, NY 14425.

About Us

Johnson Equipment and Leonard's Express are a family owned transportation providers located in Farmington, NY with additional offices located throughout the United States. We provide transportation solutions for a wide range of customers that encompass many industries. With our state of the art technology and our dedicated staff, we are able to provide our customers with dependable, diversified and creative logistics solutions that are responsive and cost-effective.

Our company offers a variety of unique and exciting professional opportunities in New York, Delaware, Idaho, North Carolina and across the nation. At Johnson Equipment and Leonards Express you will be joining a team of highly skilled and dedicated individuals. Whether you have a background in Class A driving, customer service, finance, human resources, information technology, maintenance, operations, recruiting, sales, settlement, or safety we have a role for you.

Johnson Equipment and Leonard's Express are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Compensation details: 25-27 Hourly Wage

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