Body Technician II

Transdev in Baltimore, MD, is seeking a Body Technician II to bolster our team. The Body Technician must be able to determine which specific parts or components of a bus or vehicle may need repair or replacement. Must have the ability to estimate the time required for restorations. You must possess your own tools and have a valid Driver's License. Come join the largest private-sector operator of public transportation in North America - one that cares about its employees, passengers, and their communities.

• $27.03 (Union Collective Bargaining Agreement Pay Scale)
• Starting pay $27.03 with progression to $27.84 over 1 year
• Candidates with current ASE Certifications may be eligible for placement at a higher starting wage in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

• Vacation after 1 year of service: 80 hours
• Perfect Attendance PTO:
  Eligible full-time employees will receive an additional 32 hours of PTO per year
• Paid Sick Leave:
  Employees with less than 1 year of service shall accrue up to 40 hours of sick leave in accordance with the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act and shall be able to start using this accrued time on the 107th day following the employee's date of hire.
• Company paid ASE testing and tool reimbursement.

• 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 entries prior to vehicle release.
• Ensures vehicle security and safety while in the shop. Adheres to all Government rules and Shop safety practices relating to the operation of shop tools, use of personal safety services, housekeeping, and health. Follows all environmental practices regarding proper handling and disposal of all waste streams.
• Communicates and adheres to Injury and Prevention (IP) standards.
• Maintains and manages inventory of supplies, tools, and equipment. Manages day-to-day operations of the body shop to ensure efficiency and productivity.

Must be able to operate tools/equipment used in the maintenance of vehicles (e.g., hammer, sanders, welding equipment, torches, paint guns, etc.). Fully understand safety measures and expectations when handling tools/equipment.

Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.

Must be computer literate.

ASE certifications and/or willingness to obtain.

Must submit to drug testing and a background check.

Must be able to pass a DOT physical examination.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation, as sanctioned by the Department of Transportation, may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Performs physical activities that require considerable use of the arms, repetitive hand‑wrist motion, and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping.
• Exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibrations and noise.
• Must be able to work outside in various weather conditions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations…