Collision Technician

Job Details

Job Location:

Premier Nissan of Metairie - Metairie, LA 70003

Job duties include (in addition to others that may be assigned):

• Repairs vehicles per estimate and according to manufacturer standards.
• Check parts against estimate and ensures proper parts are ordered and received.
• Prepares vehicles for body repair work.
• Notifies management of any additional repairs needed. Documents and additional parts and labor required to perform a satisfactory repair.
• Notifies management of any difficulties or problems that may prevent a quality job from being performed or cause a change in the promised time.
• Check parts against estimate and ensure proper parts are ordered and received.
• Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal equipment, including respirator, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners and other hazardous materials. Reports any deviations to management.
• Cooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehicles.
• Understands, keeps abreast of and complies with federal, state and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.
• Other duties may be assigned by management.

• Previous experience at a body shop
• Strong understanding of the service drive
• Dexterity, requiring a steady hand, excellent hand-eye coordination
• Mechanical and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Basic computer skills
• Positive, friendly attitude, along with a customer service mentality
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to learn new technology, repair and service procedures and specifications
• Able to operate electronic diagnostic equipment
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Pass drug testing, MVR/Insurability, background investigation/interview