Body Shop Technician

Description

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Summary:
Skilled-level Body technician who can perform collision repairs in all areas, in addition to being specialized areas of repair. Body Shop Technician will communicate with both the parts department and the customer to ensure the job is completed efficiently and accurately. It is important to understand and comply with federal, state, and local regulations such as EPA, OSHA, and DOT.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Repairs damage to vehicles as necessary and within the guidelines established at the time of repair approval.
• Looks for and reports all hidden damage observed during the repair process.
• Communicates with the parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Saves and tags parts of the job if under warranty or if requested by the customer.
• Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order.
• Completes road tests on vehicles when required.
• Participates in manufacturer-sponsored training programs, schools, and events.
• Attains industry certifications as required.
• Keeps abreast of manufacturer updates and technical bulletins.
• Mentors less-skilled technicians as assigned.
• Reports machinery and equipment defects and malfunctions to department management.
• Keeps shop area neat and clean.
• Maintains all dealership-owned tools and equipment including returning to proper storage location when done.
• Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations, such as EPA, OSHA, and DOT.
• Works in a safe manner always.
• Reports any safety issues to management immediately.
• Performs all other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Skills and Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two to four years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Vocational/technical school preferred.
• Certification of completion of a technical school specializing in the repair/refinishing of all series of trucks and trailers preferred.
• Working knowledge of tools of trade (including welding equipment, paint equipment, shop machines, and power tools) required.
• Individuals should be self-motivated and detail-oriented.
• Must possess solid organizational and time management skills.
• Individuals should be able to provide excellent customer service. 
• Possesses strong communication skills both verbal and written. 

Employee Benefits:

• 401(k) Match and Employer Discretionary Contribution.
• Two different Health Insurance options, including an HSA health insurance option with a dollar-for-dollar match up to $1,200.00 per year.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Credit Union Access.
• Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. 
• Scholarship opportunities are available for employees' spouses and children through the Ohio Machinery Education and Opportunity Foundation.
• Base pay plus annual bonus potential
• Company SuccessShare bonuses

Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in office settings and moderate to loud in other situations, with both constant and sudden loud noises possible.

EEO, Veterans & Disabled Employer and VEVRAA/503 Federal Contractor