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Marland Holdings LLP
Automotive Body Collision Repair 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.
$51,429 / year median in West Virginia
+17% projected growth
Job Description
A Body tech is a critical position in our production shop environment to keep the production paint line continuously moving vehicle units through the paint booth, balancing time efficiency and quality. We are looking for candidates with the following certifications: I-Car pro level 1 (structural or non structural) I-Car pro level 2 (structural or non structural)
I-Car Rivet Bonding Hands-On Certification Core Competencies:
Ability to follow verbal and written work instructions Able to multitask and be detail-oriented Willingness to work overtime hours if needed Team-oriented Results driven Possess good decision making ability and sound judgement Commitment to continued learning Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Panel fit and alignment Disassembly of vehicles Final assembly of vehicle Block sanding of primer area Masking and priming repair areas Application of bondo to body repair area Frame measuring, pulling & straightening Maintains a clean and organized work area Cut, fit and weld replacement parts into place Repairing vehicles to their pre-accident condition Efficiently work and maintain company minimum standards Maintain collision repair equipment to ensure proper performance Inspect all parts and areas of the vehicles scheduled to be repaired Ensure all needed repairs identified to reduce eliminate supplements Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy Work with other departments to ensure a quality products and on-time delivery Apply seam sealers and corrosion protection to specifications as per manufactures Must review the repair order for each vehicle prior to beginning any work on the vehicle Inspect and test drive repaired vehicles to check for compliance with safety and quality standards Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, kneel or crouch in providing a properly prepared vehicle for painting Bodyman must follow high quality standards to minimize defects and exceed company standards Keeps track of allotted vehicles while helping to keep all vehicles on schedule for stated delivery date Duties including lifting, welding, preparing, sanding, taping, masking & cleaning of vehicles prior to being moved into painting Identification, safe handling, and appropriate disposal of materials and acquire knowledge of OSHA and EPA requirements Must communicate with employers and other employees to plan and execute a quality repair on a variety of vehicles, including cars & trucks Demonstrated commitment to continued learning by attending ongoing participation in I-CAR and/or other Auto Body industry-required training. Maintain clean and organized work area, blow out dailyJob Type:
Full-time Benefits:
Paid time offWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Dental Insurance