Body Technician

Responsibilities

• Examine damaged vehicles and estimate repair costs
• Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window-and-seat-operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle body and fenders
• Remove damaged fenders and panels in addition to filling depressions with body filler
• Bolt or weld replacement parts in position, using wrenches or welding equipment
• Straighten bent automobile frames
• File, grind and sand repaired surfaces
• Repair or replace defective mechanical parts
• Maintain an organized and neat shop area
• Communicate directly with service advisors regarding the status of the service work as well as the estimated time for completion so that customers can be informed
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions in order to stay informed with rapidly changing automotive technology

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as a Automobile Collision/Body Shop Technician (BMW experience preferred)
• Collision Repair Certification highly preferred (Open to other manufacturer certifications)
• Must have I-Car welding certifications or equivalent
• Working knowledge of all aspects of repairs for damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles
• Able to interpret vendor catalogs

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• 401K
• Health & Wellness Program
• community involvement
• company paid vacation and holidays