Automotive Body Shop Technician

Freedom Motors USA•Battle Creek, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Our wheelchair-accessible vehicle conversions give our customers the freedom to live life on their own terms. As an Automotive Body Shop Technician, you will be perform a wide range of highly skilled mechanical work including the maintenance and repair of automotive and related equipment while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. The duties will include diagnosing complex maintenance issues, conducting vehicle inspections, performing road tests, and operating specialized equipment commonly used in the automotive repair and mobility industry. This is hands-on, detail-driven work that directly impacts the independence and quality of life for our customers.

Requirements

Previous experience with automotive maintenance.
Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems.
Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with hand and power tools.
Ability to read wiring schematics and diagrams and follow both written and verbal work instructions.
Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Outstanding attendance record and reliability.

Nice To Haves

Coursework beyond a high school diploma preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostics and testing
Install and connect various electrical wiring systems
Conduct functional tests on electrical systems
Identify and rectify any issues discovered
Install electrical panels and miscellaneous components in accordance with engineering specifications
Ensure work quality through thorough inspections
Assess vehicle damage or malfunctions, providing repair recommendations, parts lists, and estimated repair times
Accurately perform under car, under hood and/or preventive maintenance inspections
Use hand and power tools.
Maintain equipment, inspect for performance and/or safety concerns, and perform troubleshooting as needed.
Maintain compliance with Freedom Motors’ quality and safety standards, policies and procedures, and OSHA safety regulations.
Ability to read schematics and diagrams and follow both written and verbal work instructions.
Troubleshoot issues related to the work performed