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MARSHALL CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM
Collision Center Technician
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What they do
An Auto Body Technician repairs exterior damage on cars such as dents and scrapes, and restores and improves the exterior appearance of cars.
$51,822 / year median in Kentucky
+20% projected growth
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Provides automotive repairs related to removal/replacement/repair and preparation of damaged components and aligns vehicle frames/uni-body components to manufacture specifications, and works within manufacturer and industry established quality and time standards. Complies with manufacturer and dealer safety and environmental programs and practices.Reports To:
Collision Center Manager/DirectorDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Achieving High Standards Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Works with Collision Center management to develop and achieve challenging individual goals for production and quality work.
- Road tests vehicles to ensure repairs are completed properly.
- Completes repair assignments correctly to pass quality inspections, preparation standards for painting department, and per agreed upon estimate.
- Collects all necessary information before requesting additional parts.
- Protects customer's vehicles at all times and specifically avoids storing parts or equipment in it.
- Takes all reasonable means to protect customer's vehicles while on dealership property to ensure that rain and dust does not enter it.
- Meets or exceeds productivity goals and fix-it-right objectives.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
- Notifies manager or shop foreman promptly when undiscovered damage or other delays occur.
- Maintains cleanliness of the customer's vehicle.
- Submits all claims promptly.
Working Effectively With Others Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Promotes a productive working relationship with others.
- Actively listens to concerns; takes action to respond to others' needs.
- Speaks clearly, concisely, and effectively.
- Has an approachable style; fosters open communication through active listening.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assists estimators and service advisors as necessary to explain repairs to customers or determine estimates.
- Assists other technicians when requested.
Handling Pressure Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Successfully performs overlapping tasks or jobs.
- Listens to and supports new ideas and approaches; adapts to change quickly.
- Maintains composure when faced with multiple demands.
- Meets or exceeds flat rate time allowances.
- Effectively handles and implements changes in Collision Center Department.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
- Effectively handles and implements changes in the Collision Center.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(continued):Managing Complexity Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prioritizes work to meet demands and customer needs; plans ahead to complete work in allotted time frames.
- Makes decisions regarding repair options; asks for assistance if necessary.
- Completes repair orders within specified time frame, foresees delays and alerts appropriate personnel promptly.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
- Takes necessary steps to minimize time spent waiting for parts, add-on or authorizations, etc.
- Coordinates with body shop parts counterperson to ensure parts are available to complete repair in time allotted.
Understanding and Using Business Knowledge Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs preventive maintenance, cleaning, and repairs on dealership tools and equipment; ensures facility is clean and organized at all times.
- Performs factory warranty repairs according to established procedures.
- Follows all hazardous waste and OSHA safety regulations and company policies.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
- Stays up-to-date on the latest technical services through training, vendors, etc.
Basics Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Reviews and evaluates service write-up to determine if additional information is necessary and what type of diagnosis is needed.
- Properly disposes of used parts and returns unused parts to the counterperson.
- Uses manuals including diagrams as necessary to complete repairs.
- Uses Toyota Information System ll (TISll) to properly diagnose and repair vehicles.
- Completes time ticket correctly.
- Returns special tools and reference materials to their designated locations.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
- Follows safety rules and regulations.
- Completes warranty repair orders according to policy.