Body Shop Technician

Automotive Body Repair Technician

Performs automotive body and related repairs, straightens bent bodies, removes dents, and replaces damaged parts that cannot be repaired.

Location: 20300 Torrance Ave Lynwood, IL

Hourly Pay: $25.00-$28.00, depending upon experience

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm

Major Responsibilities

• Inspects body damage to determine feasibility and best method of repairs. May use metal forming and cutting tools to perform repairs.
• Performs damaged sheet metal and body repairs. Removes, replaces, or repairs body parts using hand and power tools.
• Removes, installs, adjusts, and aligns body components. May repair locks, latches, and other accessory body parts. May perform glass and upholstery repairs.
• Documents all repair and maintenance actions on Work Orders, including parts and materials used, time expended, and pertinent comments. Ensures the accuracy and completeness of all documentation and fleet MIS entries prior to release of the vehicle.
• Ensures vehicle security and safety while in shop. Adheres to all Governmental rules and Shop safety practices relating to operation of shop tools, use of personal safety devices, housekeeping, and health. Follows all environmental practices regarding proper handling and disposal of all waste streams.
• Provides written estimates of repair when requested.
• Communicates and adheres to Injury Prevention (IP) standards.

Minimum Education or Certifications Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Prior sheet metal fabrication experience
• Grade 12 with Auto Body and Collision Damage repair certificate or 5 years practical knowledge operating in an Autobody Repair Facility
• ASE credentials

Minimum Experience or Skills Required

• Excellent communication skills
• Maintain a clean, safe team oriented environment
• Self starter and work without supervision
• Computer skills
• Must be able to use all shop tools including plasma cutting & welding equipment
• Good financial skills

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Repair is mostly performed indoors where noise from hammers and air tools is prevalent. All PPE rules must be followed. Shop environment with minimum travel involved. Some minor lifting required.

Disclaimer Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

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At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

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