What are the responsibilities and job description for the Body Shop Technician position at VCI Emergency Vehicles?
About Company:
For 40 years, VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists has been selling new ambulances to local municipalities/governments, Fire Departments, EMS organizations, First Aid Squads, and private medical transport companies alike. We make one-stop shopping for your new ambulance or rescue vehicle needs straightforward and effortless. Our highly experienced emergency vehicle consultants are able to customize a Horton, AEV, Medix, or Leader ambulance to suit your needs and budget. Through our strategically positioned office locations in Berlin and South Plainfield, NJ; Long Island, NY; and Pittston, Pa; we are able to provide our customers in Delaware, New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania, and New York a customer-focused approach from specification through delivery. Whether you run a single ambulance or a large fleet, VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists has the experience to handle the purchase of your new ambulance.
Primary Function:
This entry level position will learn the basics in the fabrication, assembly, repair, and refurbishment of emergency vehicles such as ambulances, fire trucks and law enforcement units. This role is currently 4-10 hours days Monday-Thursday with overtime availability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with performing basic body repairs and modifications on new and in-service vehicles to meet stringent safety and quality standards.
- Remove, repair and install body panels, fenders, bumpers and other structural components.
- Conduct sanding, prepping, priming and painting using spray equipment.
- Work with fiberglass, aluminum and steel materials.
- Assist with fabrication and custom modifications as needed.
- Follow all safety guidelines and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Document all work completed and report any issues or delays to supervisor.
- All other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Basic knowledge of auto body repair, welding, and refinishing or the ability to learn
- Familiarity with collision repair tools and equipment (grinders, sanders, spray guns, welders)
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Strong work ethic
- Willingness to learn
Education & Experience:
High school diploma or GED and 1 year of work experience or equivalent experience.
Recent technical school graduate or completion of auto body or collision repair technical program preferred. I-CAR, ASE or EVT certification is a plus but not required.