Body Shop/ Upfit Technician

JOB SUMMARY

The primary function of the Body Shop/ Upfit Technician is to perform body work on customer equipment in a superior and thorough manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Body Shop Manager with the care, storage and usage of all materials used in body work processes.
• Follows all safety standards set by applicable governmental guidelines, including state fire and health codes, and federal OSHA guidelines.
• Maintain regular working knowledge and familiarity with all EPA and OSHA documentation as required by applicable government health and safety regulations including OSHA and EPA guidelines.
• Perform work as directed by the Body Shop Manager in a timely and thorough manner. Maintain a superior standard of workmanship in all services performed.
• Advise the Body Shop Manager of any recommended changes in services ordered by the customer.
• Determine if any further service should be recommended to the customer and communicate such recommendations to the Body Shop Manager.
• Maintain a level of training and experience with specialized materials, equipment, machinery, and body working techniques necessary for superior servicing of the customer’s equipment. Attend training sessions as required from time to time by the Body Shop Manager.
• Performs additional services as required when any piece of equipment is returned by a customer because of the Body Shop Technician’s faulty workmanship.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English instructions and information.
• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Two years’ experience as a vehicle body repair technician or apprentice.
• Working knowledge of body repair methods.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to interpret vendor catalogs.

BENEFITS

• Promotes a progressive environment with an emphasis on teamwork, customer service, training and personal development.
• Stability – Company is financially strong with an established base of customers and is well-positioned for continued expansion.
• History of Excellence – Work for an award-winning dealership with a reputation for unsurpassed quality and customer service.
• Compensation and benefits package including comprehensive Health and Dental insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) with FLEX Card, Group Life Insurance, Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Corporate Holidays, Paid Vacation and Personal Leave, 401(k) plan with company match, and Voluntary Supplemental Insurance plans.

About the role

Kenworth Sales Co. is looking for a Body Shop/ Upfit Technician to join their Boise, ID team. Earn $25-$40 an hour, depending on experience!

Due to federally mandated DOT regulations, Kenworth Sales is a drug-free workplace. Any offer of employment will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screening.

Benefits

• Promotes a progressive environment with an emphasis on teamwork, customer service, training and personal development.
• Stability – Company is financially strong with an established base of customers and is well-positioned for continued expansion.
• History of Excellence – Work for an award-winning dealership with a reputation for unsurpassed quality and customer service.
• Compensation and benefits package including comprehensive Health and Dental insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) with FLEX Card, Group Life Insurance, Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Corporate Holidays, Paid Vacation and Personal Leave, 401(k) plan with company match, and Voluntary Supplemental Insurance plans.