Mechanic- Body Repair

divh2Mechanic Body Repair/h2pSupervisors Title: Manager Vehicle Maintenance - FLSA Status: Non-Exempt/ppDepartment: Vehicle Maintenance - Division: Preventative Maintenance and Repairs/ppThis is an on-site position. This role will not be remote./ppApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis. IPTC will not sponsor visas or work authorizations for this position./ppPOSITION PURPOSE/ppThe Body Repair Mechanic is responsible for using a variety of tools, welding equipment, and specialized knowledge to fabricate, weld, and manipulate a variety of materials to repair the bodies and frames of corporation vehicles./ppESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/pulliExamine and diagnose damage to metal, plastic, and fiberglass body panels and a variety of parts and components on corporation vehicles. Determine the proper course of action to facilitate vehicle repair, adjustment, and component replacement./liliRemove, repair, adjust, and replace the body panel, door, seat and flooring, destination sign, and window./liliCut body panels using plasma arc cutter, and uses oxyacetylene cutting/welding, and MIG welding equipment to repair and form body panels and other automotive and bus parts./liliApply body fillers, sands, and paints, as appropriate./liliWeld and rivet body parts, as needed./liliLocate and repair leaks at seams and beading./liliOperate forklifts, overhead cranes, hydraulic lifts, hoists and jacks, and tugs used for pulling disabled buses./liliRespond to and aid in emergencies that require the movement of corporation vehicles involved in incidents and accidents./liliComplete relevant paperwork and reports./liliPerform all tasks and assignments within the established safety practices and maintenance guidelines./li/ulpEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/pulliFormal trade school or an associate degree in automotive, diesel or engineering program or a related field is preferred./liliFive years or more of body mechanic experience./liliA certificate of training in MIG welding and/or ASE certification in automotive body repair is preferred./liliValid Indiana commercial drivers license with passenger and air brake endorsements is required, or the ability to obtain the required license within six (6) months of hire/lili*INDYGO WILL PAY FOR CDL TRAINING*/li/ulpKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES/pulliStrong knowledge of techniques and tools necessary for the repair of automobile and bus bodies./liliOperational knowledge of the methods and practices used to construct and shape sheet steel, aluminum, plastic, fiberglass, wood, plywood, and other materials commonly used in automotive and diesel bus bodies./liliAbility to diagnose and repair body panels and vehicle components including lights, windows, seats, and flooring; repair said components and systems effectively, skillfully, and in a timely manner under established deadlines./liliSkilled in metal cutting techniques, including the use of plasma machines; welding using oxy-acetylene and MIG welding equipment; riveting; the application, sanding, and finishing of body fillers; and the removal and replacement of automotive glass./liliAbility to select and use correct parts, tools, and test equipment to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance./liliAbility to use workshop and diagnostic software and hardware./liliOperational knowledge of mandated safety principles related to personal protective equipment, chemical hazards, lockout/tag out, and general shop safety and cleanliness practices./liliAbility to prioritize, organize, and manage tasks and time effectively./li/ulpPHYSICAL DEMANDS/pulliAbility to work in a deadline-oriented environment./liliAbility to work independently with work checked on a regular basis./liliRequires exposure to heavy machinery/equipment, excessive noise, extreme temperatures, fumes/odors, some hazardous materials, and dirt/dust./liliMust be able to pass all post-offer physical testing and be able to complete all physical job functions as defined in the Functional Job Description./liliAbility to work night and weekend work shifts and overtime on a regular basis due to assignment shifts being picked bi-annually according to the current Collective Bargaining Agreement./li/ulpIndyGo is an Equal Opportunity Employer./p/div