What are the responsibilities and job description for the Auto Body Technician position at Pajouh Automotive Center?
Job Title: Auto Body Technician
Department: Collision Center
Reports to: Body Shop Manager
Auto Body Technician should be able to restore damage vehicles to their original structural state, function and appearance, be able to produce clean body lines, and replace damaged parts according to manufacturer’s specifications.
Qualifications:
- I-Car Certifications preferred
- Working knowledge of body shop equipment
- At least 2 years of experience in collision repair
- Must have own tools
- Valid Driver’s License
Responsibilities:
- Body Techs examine damaged vehicles and estimate repair costs.
- Automotive Collision Technicians remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window-and-seat-operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle body and fenders.
- Body Techs / Collision Repair Techs position dolly block against surface of dented area and beat opposite surface to remove dents, using hammer.
- Auto Body Techs fill depressions with body filler, using putty knife.
- Body Techs remove damaged fenders, panels, and grills, using wrenches and cutting torch.
- Bolt or weld replacement parts in position, using wrenches or welding equipment.
- Straighten bent automobile frames, using a pneumatic frame straightening machine.
- File, grind and sand repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
- Refinish repaired surface, using paint spray gun and sander.
- Aim headlights, align wheels, and bleed hydraulic brake system.
- Paint surfaces after performing body repairs.
- Repair or replace defective mechanical parts
- All other duties as assigned
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
We offer the following benefits to our employees:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Voluntary/Accident Insurance
- 401k
- PTO/Vacation