Auto Body Technician

Dallas TX

Description

Click here to apply: Auto Body Paint Technician Job Summary: The Auto Body Technician is responsible for fixing vehicles using auto body repair equipment, power tools, and work aids. The incumbent will work as a part of a team during an assigned shift. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The essential duties of the position include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Responsibilities: Examines damaged vehicles and efficiently plans repair processes. Works and communicates with others on vehicle repair status. Performs quality repairs while keeping on-time status in mind. Makes decisions on repair vs. replace considering safety, cost and cycle time. Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicles and fenders. Participates in all required safety meetings. Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools. Directs the work of an apprentice in the performance of tasks when needed, i.e., unusual problems or questions, and explains procedures to assistant. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education/Experience: High School Diploma, or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience, and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Language Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization. Computer Skills: Ability to learn and adapt to changes in software for field operations, currently Mitchell 1, for the purpose of scanning VIN numbers and invoicing customers. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • The worker is subject to extreme cold (typically below 32 degrees Fahrenheit) for periods of more than one hour, including wind and humidity • The worker is subject to extreme heat (above 100 degrees Fahrenheit) for periods of more than one hour, including wind and humidity • The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard; ambient noise • The worker is subject to hazards such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding or high places, exposure to high heat, or exposure to chemicals • The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions including one or more of the following: fumes, odors, dusts mists, gases, or poor ventilation Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Ability to stand and use hands and arms for the entire working shift • Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and reach with hands or arms for the majority of working shift • Ability to walk, climb, or balance as-needed during working shift • Regular, predictable attendance and punctuality is required for the entire 40-hour workweek • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. repeatedly and regularly • Ability to see clearly up-close, use depth perception and peripheral vision, and adjust focus Click here to apply: