Apprentice Body Shop Technician- Decatur, AL
About The Position
Join our team at VVG as an Apprentice Body Shop Technician! This entry-level position is perfect for individuals who are eager and motivated to immerse themselves in the dynamic world of body shop operations and technician duties. We offer extensive training, including valuable hands-on experience shadowing one of our master technicians. As an Apprentice Body Shop Technician, you will be responsible for various tasks, such as performing body restoration on trucks, working on rear and front axles, replacing transmissions, radiators, compressors, starters, frame rails, fifth wheels, and roofs. Additionally, you'll handle electrical work on trucks and address body restoration for damaged vehicles. Communication is key as you'll notify the Manager of any additional repairs needed, report difficulties or problems that may impact the quality of work, and ensure compliance with safety, health, and regulatory standards. If you are passionate about learning, possess a strong work ethic, and are committed to quality craftsmanship, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our collaborative and safety-conscious team.
Requirements
- Positive attitude
- Motivated and eager to learn
- Ability to use wide range of tools and equipment to assess and repair trucks
- Free range of motion in their hands and arms to work with small parts and small spaces
- Attention to detail
- Customer service skills
- Critical thinking skills to assess damage and determine how to make repairs
- Ability to follow instructions and provide consistent work.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
- Must be able to pass post offer drug test, and physical.
Responsibilities
- Performs body restoration for trucks
- Performs work on rear and front axles
- Replaces transmission, radiators, and compressors
- Replaces starter, frame rails, fifth wheel and roof
- Performs electrical work on trucks
- Performs body restoration of damaged truck
- Notifies Manager of any additional repairs needed
- Notifies Manager of any difficulties or problems that may prevent quality job from being performed or cause a change in promised time
- Maintains tools and equipment in proper state of repair
- Operates all tools and equipment safely
- Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective equipment
- Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint and other hazardous materials
- Cooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of trucks
- Complies with all federal, state and local regulations that affect body shop operations
Benefits
- 401k + match
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance + HSA & FSA
- Employer paid Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation Days
- Sick Leave
- Company perks such as employee discounts, company events and training programs
- Excellent Training and Career Advancement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
