Body Shop Technician

GLOVIS AMERICA INC. AUTOMOTIVE BODY SHOP WORKERGLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.Perform major bodywork to bring vehicle back to factory standards. Must be open for overtime.Primary Responsibilities:Light welding (Stinger gun stud welding)Glass repairs (RR and RI)Metal prep/work/treatment (epoxy/primer/surfacers)Using all body refinish surfacersRepair and refinish vehicleShrinking/sculpture metal panelsBlocking, wet sanding, hammering, dolling proceduresAdjusting doors, panels and hoodsHazmat trainingSafety knowledge of chemicals and equipment practicesMechanic safety knowledge such as how to disconnect vehicles properly prior to performing bodyworkRaw plastic preppingE-Coat prepSecondary Responsibilities:Resurface and refinish all (RR/ RI) of all vehicle panels and interiors and color matching for door jambsMixing bench, (how to weigh and use formulas)Body Work- Panels, Glass, JambsInspect and notate vehicle damageApply mask tape over vehicle parts/windowsBuff, Color Sand, Primer, Body filling, Spray inner jambs, Sealers and seam sealer for new partsRemove/Install windshieldsUndercoating and applying rock guard protectorOther duties as assignedCompensation pay range: $29.76 – $30.94 per hourEducation & Experience:High School Diploma/G.E.D RequiredMinimum 3 years of direct Automotive Body Shop experience requiredPPG Certification preferredAny Paint Surface certifications preferredMust hold a valid state-issued driver's license without restrictionsKnowledge and Skills:Automotive, Body Shop, and Mechanic knowledge requiredAble to notate and list details of body shop parts requiredBody refinishing knowledge requiredPriming knowledge requiredPainting knowledge requiredAbility to read and write in English preferredHazmat/Safety in Body Shop industry knowledge preferredWelding knowledge preferredGlovis America, Inc. adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.Physical Requirements:Frequent use of right and left hands for simple and firm grasping of welding machine, tire machine, scanner, desk machinesFrequent lift and carry usual 25 lbs, max 50 lbsStand, walk, bend, stoop, reach over shoulder, push, pull, kneel, squat 5+ hours per dayDrive, and crouch frequentlyClimb, crawl, 1-3 hours per dayReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.Working and Environmental Conditions:Will be working with Open ROs, PPG Color Machine, welding machine, tire machine. This position works in a plant manufacturing/warehouse setting at Port Hueneme, CA.Exposure to loud noises from vehicles and heavy machineryExposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditionsExposure to chemicals/fumesThe information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of skills and abilities required to do the job. Glovis America, Inc. reserves the right to alter and change this job description at any time without notice based on business needs.