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GLOVIS America, Inc.

Philadelphia Port Team - Body Shop Prepper

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An Auto Body Technician repairs exterior damage on cars such as dents and scrapes, and restores and improves the exterior appearance of cars.

$52,081 / year median in Pennsylvania

+20% projected growth

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Philadelphia Port Team - Body Shop Prepper GLOVIS America, Inc. - 3.1 Philadelphia, PA Job Details Full-time 15 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Chemical handling safety procedures Safety regulations English High school diploma or GED Driver's License Dangerous goods Industrial chemical handling Chemical safety protocols Full Job Description Body Shop Prepper
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 100% Company Paid Employee Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability 14 paid Company Holidays 80 Hours of Vacation 40+ Hours of Sick 401K w/ GENEROUS Match Eligible Tuition Reimbursement Eligible for Auto Allowance About Hyundai GLOVIS America Inc. GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies. Summary This position will be responsible for performing major bodywork and priming vehicles back to factory standards. This position will wet sand and buff vehicles after the refinishing process. Contributes to the success of the team, assists others and requests help when needed. Must be knowledgeable of all essential body shop functions and maintain a safe work environment, abiding my MSDS, EPA, EPA, and OSHA rules and regulations. They will also ensure disciplined quality control, adherence to safe shop practices, proper use of tools and materials, and on-time delivery of completed vehicles. Essential Functions & Responsibilities include: Body Work- Panels, Glass, Jambs Inspect vehicle damage Apply mask tape over vehicle parts/windows Buff; Color Sand, Primer, Body filling Spray inner jambs, Install and adjust new body panels Sealers and seam sealer for new parts
Prep Vehicles:
Cooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehicles. Prep for painting of automotive vehicles and parts Mask paint surfaces and mask vehicles to protect from surrounding areas Sand parts before they are ready for painting May have to mix paint according to company specifications Understands repair specifications and audits repairs for compliance with standards. Develop procedures to minimize rework. Dent Repairs Pull dents and dings to metal parts surfaces. Apply metal glaze and body filler. Remove and replace body parts to automotive vehicles. Adjust body doors, hoods, trunks, and fenders to factory specs. Inspect, remove, protect, label, store, inventory, and reinstall exterior trim and moldings. Inspect, remove, protect, label, store, inventory, and reinstall interior trim and components Skills Automotive/Bodyshop/Mechanic knowledge Required Hazmat/ Safety in body shop industry Required Able to notate and list details of body shop (parts knowledge) Required Read/Write in English Required Body refinishing experience Required Priming experience Required Education & Experience High School Diploma/GED Required Associate's degree Preferred 1 Years of Direct Experience in Body Shop Prepping Must hold a valid state-issued driver's license without restrictions Required Physical Requirements Lift up to 50lbs Carry up to 50lbs Push/pull Bend/stoop Kneel Squat/crouch Sit, stand, walk constantly Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Working and Environmental Conditions This position is in a plant manufacturing/warehouse setting in Shreveport, LA Exposure to loud noises from vehicles and heavy machinery Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions Exposure to chemicals/fumes The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of skills and abilities required to do the job. Glovis America, Inc. reserves the right to alter and change this job description at any time without notice based on business needs.