Auto Body Shop Technician

Lee Edwards Mazda•Monroe, LA

About The Position

Automotive Body Shop Technician The Body Shop Technician is responsible for repairing all assigned vehicles. Damaged vehicles should be restored to pre-accident condition, following the written repair order. The Body Technician plays a key role in delivering on our Collision promise of speed, quality and customer satisfaction. Repair Planning: Approaches repair planning with a sense of urgency and detail to avoid waste and rework later in the process. De-trims and disassembles vehicles, putting parts on parts carts. Performs pre-pulls to make repair vs. replace decisions. Parts Procurement: Assists in identifying and sourcing parts as necessary. Uses good judgment in determining when damaged parts can be safely repaired for cost and cycle-time savings. Helps maintain parts/materials carts in an organized manner. Team Engagement & Problem-Solving: Knows status of own vehicles and is open to others’ feedback on getting and keeping vehicles on schedule for on-time delivery. Helps problem-solve on vehicles assigned to other team members. Vehicle Repair: Performs quality repairs without passing on defects. Meets or exceeds the Collision Center's requirements for productivity as measured by hours per day for each repair order. Follows all quality control processes and meets the return rate target. Safe & Organized Workplace: Consistently utilizes all required safety equipment and follows proper repair procedures. Adheres to all requirements for hazardous waste disposal. Keeps personal work area organized and returns tools, materials and equipment to designated areas.

Requirements

Knowledge of manufacturers’ repair processes & adherence to our collision technical repair processes
Ability to use frame and measuring equipment per vendor procedures
Must maintain a valid state driver’s license in order to drive any customer or company vehicle
Demonstrated commitment to continued learning Pro Level training and other industry-required training
Predictable and reliable attendance required
Periodic lifting and carrying objects over 50 pounds
Reaching above and below shoulder level
Able to push materials/parts carts and push cars (with assistance)
Extended periods of kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping to complete or inspect repairs
Manual dexterity and eye/hand coordination to operate equipment
May be exposed to repetitive tasks involving hand and arm motion
May be required to inspect vehicles outdoors in inclement weather
May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, high levels of dust and noise in repair center
Must be able to wear protective equipment, including respirator
Valid driver license
Must be able to pass pre-employment screens (background & drug test)