Body Shop/Frame Tech

Bham AL Freightliner

About The Position

Framework Tech to repair Trucks, Vans and Buses after they've been damaged in an accident or other incident using a wide array of tools and compounds.

Requirements

Experience and knowledge of framework is required

Responsibilities

Review repair estimates, review parts orders per estimate, and plan work to be performed.
Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed.
Plan work procedures and perform assigned tasks in timely manner. Responsible and accountable for providing a quality repair on all tasks assigned.
Inspect repaired vehicles for proper functioning, completion of work, dimensional accuracy, and overall appearance of paint job, and test drive vehicles to ensure proper alignment and handling.
Sand repaired areas and prime and block to paint quality status. Cover and mask with paper and masking tape to protect from overspray.
Remove and install vehicle parts or accessories.
Operate welding equipment and ability to perform proper welding techniques.
Remove damaged sections of vehicles using metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches. Fit and weld replacement parts into place, using wrenches and welding equipment, and grind down welds to smooth them, using power grinders and other tools.
Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
Chain or clamp frames and sections to alignment machines that use hydraulic pressure to align damaged components.
Remove dents from equipment, materials, tools or structures. Fill small dents that cannot be worked out with plastic or solder. File, grind, sand, and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
Cut materials according to specifications or need
Mix polyester resins and hardeners to be used in restoring damaged areas.
Adjust or align headlights, wheels, and brake systems.
Other duties as assigned