Auto Body Technician

Responsibilities

• Examines damaged vehicle and efficiently plans repair process
• Works and communicates with others on vehicle repair status
• Performs quality repairs while keeping on-time status in mind
• Makes decisions on repair vs. replace considering safety, cost, and cycle time
• Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle and fenders
• Participates in all required safety meetings
• Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools
• Directs the work of an apprentice in the performance of tasks when needed, i.e., unusual problems or questions and explains procedures to assistant

• Ability to use frame machine
• Certification in body repair preferred
• Knowledge of vehicle repair process by manufacturer
• I-CAR welding certified
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting measuring data
• Ability to supervise repair personnel
• Must be able to pass thorough background check

• Vehicle Repair
• Measuring Data Analysis
• Power Tool Operation
• Hand Tool Operation
• Upholstery Removal
• Electrical Equipment Handling
• Hydraulic Equipment Handling

• Effective Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Decision Making

• Body Repair Certification
• I-CAR Welding Certification