What are the responsibilities and job description for the Auto Body Technician position at Freedom Collision Center?
JOB TITLE: Automotive Body Technician
JOB DESCRIPTION
A body repair technician is able to repair vehicle bodies and straighten vehicle frames.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Thoroughly examine the vehicle damages
- Return the vehicle back to factory specifications
- Remove vehicle trim to gain access to vehicle body
- Can properly fill depressions with body filler and insure a quality repair
- Able to remove damaged parts using power tools and cutting torch
- Bolt or weld replacement parts in position using power tools and welding equipment
- Straighten bent automobile frames using frame wrack
- File, grind and sand repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools
- Aim headlights
- Replace bolts on panels and align properly
- Make cosmetic repairs
- Perform other duties as assigned by management
- Use special equipment to restore damaged metal frames and body sections back to original specifications
- Able to develop appropriate and efficient methods for each job
COMPETENCIES/SKILLS
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- 1-4 years body shop experience strongly preferred.
- Effective communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills required.
- Ability to work in a high performance, fast-paced team environment.
- Ability to adapt to and work effectively within a constantly changing environment.
- Excellent problem solving skills required.
- Customer Focus
- Organization
- Energy Level
- Persistence
- Product Knowledge
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $60,000