Body Shop Technician

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Body Shop Technician to join our team! The right candidate will ASE certifications and a strong willingness to learn. The day-to-day duties of this role include road testing vehicles to ensure quality repair, identify and resolve parts required for repair, and inspecting for additional or hidden repairs.

BENEFITS

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Responsibilities

Identify and resolve parts required for repair; review repair orders, work order, and Body Shop Managers estimate notes; follow warranty guidelines; notify supervisor of any repair add-ons

Adjust, replace, and repair  (e.g., sheet metal repairs, fiberglass / panel repairs, fabrication and structural welding, installation and alignment of truck cab body components, electrical and mechanical repairs, etc.)

Road test vehicles when necessary to ensure quality repair

Maintain current knowledge of job and technical skills including truck manufacturer’s repair process

Perform work as outlined on repair estimates with efficiency and accuracy in accordance with dealership and factory standards

Teardown and inspect for additional or hidden repairs

Advise body shop estimator of additional damage or supplemental needs or if repairs will not be completed on time

Lead work of any apprentice technicians and maintain ASE certifications

Qualifications

Welding, suspension, framework experience a plus OR willing to learn / train

ASE Certifications; Damage Analysis and Estimating, Mechanical and Electrical Components, Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair and State Vehicle Inspector (preferred)

Certifications listed above or equivalent experience and eagerness to improve

Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Oakes Auto Group is growing rapidly and needs exceptional people to staff and lead our teams! Mentorship provided and career paths are available for talented and driven individuals who wish to advance to the top of their field, and / or into management. This is not just a job, but an opportunity to develop all of your skills and discover your potential. Approaching college graduation? Share your career goals and ask about tuition assistance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination / harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.