Jobs · Manufacturing · Illinois

Body Shop Technician

JX Truck Center · Morton, IL · Today
On-siteManufacturingFull-time

The Opportunity (Job Purpose)

The Opportunity (Job Purpose):

Are you ready to make a visible impact? As our next Body Shop Technician, you will play a crucial role in keeping our customer's fleet moving. We are looking for an energetic, solutions-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is eager to grow with us.

Shift

Shift:

  • Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Your Next Big Career Move: Body Shop Technician

Your Next Big Career Move: Body Shop Technician

What You’ll Do Day-to-Day (Essential Duties & Responsibilities)

What You’ll Do Day-to-Day (Essential Duties & Responsibilities):

  • Engage in a variety of tasks including mechanical repairs, painting, maintenance work, and installation of mechanical components, promoting the development of a broad skill set and continuous learning in vehicle repair and maintenance.
  • Repair mechanical and truck body damage, focusing on the meticulous restoration of vehicles to create a positive impression and exceed customer expectations.
  • Aid in ensuring the trucks are in pristine condition before presentation and delivery, contributing to a positive customer experience through attention to detail and quality work.
  • Help out with the installation of mechanical components, adopting new and innovative methods to enhance the performance and efficiency of heavy-duty trucks.
  • Proactively seek out new techniques and technologies in truck repair, painting, and maintenance to improve the quality of work and efficiency, showcasing an initiative to lead and innovate within the industry.
  • Practice environmental stewardship by using resources wisely and effectively during repair processes and maintaining an organized and efficient workspace, demonstrating respect for company assets and the environment.
  • Collaborate closely with team members and leadership to continuously cultivate positive experiences for our customers.
  • Perform other dynamic duties and responsibilities as assigned to support business.

What We’re Looking For (Qualifications & Skills)

What We’re Looking For (Qualifications & Skills):

  • High school diploma/equivalent required; trade school focusing on automotive or heavy-duty truck repair preferred.
  • Minimum two (2) years of experience in truck or body shop repair preferred, including mechanical repairs and refinishing.
  • Must understand mechanical systems and refinishing techniques specific to heavy-duty trucks.
  • Ability to perform basic mechanical repairs and maintenance tasks.
  • Good communication skills to interact with team members and managers effectively.
  • Ability to stand, bend, and kneel for extended periods; lift heavy parts; and have good manual dexterity/hand-eye coordination.
  • Valid driver’s license essential; CDL preferred, or ability to obtain one (needed for testing/moving trucks).
  • Mindset: A curious mindset with an entrepreneurial "pioneering spirit," strong integrity, and a passion for continuous professional development.

Medical Safety Compliance

Medical Safety Compliance:

  • Must successfully pass a baseline medical evaluation and a respiratory fit test (per OSHA standards) to ensure safe use of PPE, and maintain safety-compliance guidelines during daily operations.

Physical And Mental Demands

Physical And Mental Demands:

  • The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
  • The employee is frequently required to bend, squat, kneel, and climb or balance; lift up to 75 pounds; push or pull; working in areas with fumes or airborne particles; vibration.

What’s In It For You? (The Perks & Benefits)

What’s In It For You? (The Perks & Benefits):

  • We believe in taking care of our people. JX Enterprises offers a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your health, financial future, and overall well-being.

About the Role

About the Role:

JX Enterprises and Truck Center is a third-generation, family-owned industry leader with over 50 years of history, 30+ locations, and 1,200+ dedicated employees. We are more than trucks; we are a culture defined by our values of Honoring Commitments, Creating Positive Experiences, Fostering Lifelong Learning, Exhibiting Pioneering Spirit, and Demonstrating Good Stewardship.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

We are looking for an energetic, solutions-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is eager to grow with us.

Requirements

Requirements:

  • High school diploma/equivalent required; trade school focusing on automotive or heavy-duty truck repair preferred.
  • Minimum two (2) years of experience in truck or body shop repair preferred, including mechanical repairs and refinishing.
  • Must understand mechanical systems and refinishing techniques specific to heavy-duty trucks.
  • Ability to perform basic mechanical repairs and maintenance tasks.
  • Good communication skills to interact with team members and managers effectively.
  • Ability to stand, bend, and kneel for extended periods; lift heavy parts; and have good manual dexterity/hand-eye coordination.
  • Valid driver’s license essential; CDL preferred, or ability to obtain one (needed for testing/moving trucks).
  • Mindset: A curious mindset with an entrepreneurial "pioneering spirit," strong integrity, and a passion for continuous professional development.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma/equivalent required; trade school focusing on automotive or heavy-duty truck repair preferred.
  • Minimum two (2) years of experience in truck or body shop repair preferred, including mechanical repairs and refinishing.
  • Must understand mechanical systems and refinishing techniques specific to heavy-duty trucks.
  • Ability to perform basic mechanical repairs and maintenance tasks.
  • Good communication skills to interact with team members and managers effectively.
  • Ability to stand, bend, and kneel for extended periods; lift heavy parts; and have good manual dexterity/hand-eye coordination.
  • Valid driver’s license essential; CDL preferred, or ability to obtain one (needed for testing/moving trucks).
  • Mindset: A curious mindset with an entrepreneurial "pioneering spirit," strong integrity, and a passion for continuous professional development.

Skills

Skills:

  • High school diploma/equivalent required; trade school focusing on automotive or heavy-duty truck repair preferred.
  • Minimum two (2) years of experience in truck or body shop repair preferred, including mechanical repairs and refinishing.
  • Must understand mechanical systems and refinishing techniques specific to heavy-duty trucks.
  • Ability to perform basic mechanical repairs and maintenance tasks.
  • Good communication skills to interact with team members and managers effectively.
  • Ability to stand, bend, and kneel for extended periods; lift heavy parts; and have good manual dexterity/hand-eye coordination.
  • Valid driver’s license essential; CDL preferred, or ability to obtain one (needed for testing/moving trucks).
  • Mindset: A curious mindset with an entrepreneurial "pioneering spirit," strong integrity, and a passion for continuous professional development.

Benefits

Benefits:

  • We believe in taking care of our people. JX Enterprises offers a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your health, financial future, and overall well-being.

Pay

Pay:

  • Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Schedule:

  • Details about schedule are not specified in the job posting.

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