Body Shop Technician

• Review damage reports, prepare cost estimates, and plan work

• Remove damaged body parts, including bumpers, fenders, hoods, grilles, and trim

• Realign car frames and chassis to repair structural damage

• Hammer out or patch dents, dimples, and other minor body damage

• Fit, attach, and weld replacement parts into place

• Install and weatherproof windows and windshields

• Grind, sand, buff, and prime refurbished and repaired surfaces

• Apply new finish to restored body parts

This position requires exposure to all seasonal weather conditions, traffic noise, automotive fumes, and cramped quarters.

* The ability to read, understand merchandise pricing and demonstrate basic math skills are also required of this position.

* Critical Thinking:
Auto body techs must be able to look at a damage vehicle and assess what it will take to repair it, as well as cost.

* Attention to Detail:
Having good eyes for detail is necessary when trying to get a vehicle back to looking like new.

* Technical

Skills:

Auto body techs use a wide range of tools and equipment to assess and repair vehicle.

* Dexterity:
Auto body techs need free range of motion in their hands and arms to work with small parts and small spaces.