Body Technician

Description

Summary

The purpose of the Autobody Repair Technician is to perform skilled work in repairing fire apparatus bodies.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Enforce all company policies as defined in the SMEG Company Handbook
• Interact with customers, vendors and entire service staff
• Maintain neat and professional personal appearance at all times, wearing appropriate logo assigned company shirts
• Plans the repair work that is necessary and prepares cost estimates for customers.
• Uses various tools such as cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers to repair sections of a vehicle.
• Hammers out dents, dimples, and other minor body damage if possible; mixes and applies filler resins to repair dents when other methods are not feasible.
• Realigns car chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
• Removes damaged sections of vehicles and replaces with new parts. 
• Replaces or repairs glass and windshields as needed.
• Replaces or repairs interior parts as needed.
• Welds and otherwise attaches or fits parts into place.
• Provide Shop Foreman and Assistant Manager with accurate estimated labor times
• Understanding of productivity goals and review for areas in need of improvement  
• Participate in morning meetings with service staff to plan the day
• Maintain accurate, timely and legible company designed reports and paperwork
• Ensures all work has been executed correctly by inspecting vehicles after repair.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

 N/A

Qualifications

Qualifications

The Autobody Repair Technician must be able to clearly demonstrate their ability to set and reach performance goals set forth by the owner/operator.

• Excellent customer service skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to read job orders and work with very little supervision.
• Ability to work with other repairers within auto body shop. 
• Thorough understanding of methods and procedures to repair vehicle body.   
• Thorough understanding of how to use tools required for the trade. 
• Should have excellent verbal communication skills
• Must have the ability to work under pressure
• Experience within Fire and Emergency related industry
• Must be self-motivated
• Exceptional organizational methods
• Attention to detail and the ability to provide consistent work
• Dedication to customer service and business success
• Ability to engage in and maintain positive relationships with employees, vendors and customers
• Computer skills: Must be proficient with Microsoft Outlook Email, Microsoft Word & Excel programs as well with any company provided software

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Formal Training and/or Trade School Training Preferred
• 3 to 5 years’ of body shop experience strongly preferred
• Valid Driver’s License and eligible to be covered under the Siddons Martin insurance policy