What are the responsibilities and job description for the Body Shop Technician - Class A Commercial Vehicles position at Advantage Truck Group, Patriot?
Description
Advantage Truck Group (ATG) has an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Body Shop Technician - Class A Commercial Vehicles. The Body Shop Technician performs high-quality collision repairs, structural corrections, and refinishing prep on Class A commercial vehicles. This role requires a minimum of two years of professional automotive or commercial collision repair experience. While commercial vehicle experience and a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) are advantageous, proficient automotive collision technicians looking to transition into the commercial sector are highly encouraged to apply.
Benefits
- FULL BENEFITS DAY ONE
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability - Company paid
- Life Insurance - Company paid
- Paid time off - 15 days* during first year (*prorated to hire date)
- Paid holidays - 7 per year
- 401K with 4% match
- Annual tool allowance
- Annual safety shoe allowance
Culture and Environment
- Career advancement opportunities
- Company training programs
- Company supplied uniforms
- Clean, modern facilities
- State of the art equipment
- Employee driven continuous improvement programs
- Performance recognition and rewards program
- Supportive leadership
- Learning environment
- Safe work standards
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Collision Repair: Execute precise vehicle repairs in strict accordance with estimation sheets and manufacturer guidelines.
- Quality Control: Inspect delivered parts against estimates to verify accuracy and ensure all necessary components are present.
- Vehicle Preparation: Prepare vehicle surfaces, structures, and panels thoroughly for upcoming body and refinishing work.
- Damage Assessment: Identify and report hidden damage or necessary supplemental repairs to management immediately.
- Timeline Management: Communicate production delays, technical challenges, or timeline changes proactively to the shop manager.
- Equipment Maintenance: Keep all shop tools, machinery, and specialty repair equipment clean, organized, and properly maintained.
- Safety Compliance: Wear and maintain all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including properly fitted respirators.
- Regulatory Adherence: Follow all local, state, and federal regulations regarding hazardous waste disposal, EPA standards, and OSHA guidelines.
- Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with painters, preppers, and other technicians to optimize shop workflow and efficiency.
Desired Education and /or Experience
- 2 Years of Experience
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of professional automotive or commercial collision repair experience required.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in general collision repair; experience with refinishing prep or structural frame correction is a strong plus.
- Licensing: Valid driver's license required; a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is preferred but not mandatory.
- Physical Demands: Ability to operate heavy shop machinery, lift repair materials, and stand for extended periods.
Advantage Truck Group (ATG) is the largest Western Star and Freightliner dealer in New England with eight locations in Massachusetts, Vermont and New Hampshire, focused on providing a superior employee experience. ATG offers exciting career development opportunities through company paid training, and apprentice, co-op and internship programs. The company also actively gives back to the community through its charitable Haulin' 4 Hunger initiative along with supporting SkillsUSA.
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Keywords: Body Shop Technician, Collision Repair
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