What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Body & Fabrication Specialist position at Smitty's Classics?
About Us
At Smitty’s Classics, we don’t just repair cars—we bring automotive history back to life. We specialize in high-end classic car restorations, custom builds, and precision metal fabrications. If you have a passion for vintage iron, an eye for flawless body lines, and the skills to shape metal from scratch, we want you in our shop.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Automotive Body & Fabrication Worker to join our talented team. The ideal candidate is a true craftsman who takes pride in their work, thrives on complex restoration challenges, and understands the patience and precision required for classic vehicle aesthetics.
Key Responsibilities
- Metal Fabrication: Cut, shape, bend, and form sheet metal to repair or replace rusted, damaged, or obsolete body panels.
- Welding: Perform high-quality MIG and TIG welding on various gauges of steel and aluminum.
- Body Restoration: Execute complete rust repair, panel alignment, lead work, and dent pulling to achieve factory-perfect or custom contours.
- Assembly & Fitment: Disassemble and reassemble classic vehicles, ensuring all custom and original trim, glass, and panels fit seamlessly.
- Quality Control: Collaborate with painters and the shop manager to ensure the bodywork is flawlessly prepped for the paint booth.
Qualifications & Skills
- Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in automotive body repair and custom fabrication (classic car restoration experience is highly preferred).
- Technical Skills: Proficient with fabrication equipment (English wheel, planishing hammer, bead roller, brake, and shear) and welding tools.
- Attention to Detail: A sharp eye for gaps, body lines, and surface imperfections.
- Problem Solving: Ability to figure out custom solutions for rare parts that cannot be bought off the shelf.
- Tools: Must possess your own basic set of bodywork and hand tools.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience ($30 - $45/hr).
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
- A clean, well-equipped, and organized shop environment.
- The opportunity to work on unique, high-profile classic vehicle builds.
- A tight-knit, passionate team environment.
How to Apply
If you are ready to build something legendary, we want to hear from you. Please send your resume and a portfolio (or photos) of your recent fabrication/body work to jobs@smittysclassics.com or call 405-788-6292 to schedule a shop visit.
Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $45