Body Shop Technician in Training - First Shift

Cirrus Aircraft•Duluth, MN

2d•$16 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Body Shop Technician TR's are learning to master the beginning of the exterior finishing process, prep exterior for primer, and painting processes. The Body Shop is the beginning of the exterior finishing process. The Body Shop Technician TR is a learning role and will be taught how to mask parts, apply body filler, and sand filler materials to prep parts for primer and paint.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
Able to read drawings/blue prints and can calculate dimensions with accuracy.
Required knowledge of basic tools and uses good judgement.

Nice To Haves

Minimum one year related experience and/or training
Auto/marine mechanic and/or collision repair: Ability to work on auto/marine items to remove and install components.
Assembly: Perform basic assembly tasks, such as installing parts and hardware, as required following specific instructions.
Military: Guard, Reserves and active military experience in a non-mechanical discipline.
Surface Preparation: Prep surfaces for adhesives by cleaning, sanding, and masking areas to ensure proper adhesion.
Carpentry skills: Fine detail carpentry building such as furniture, cabinets, etc.
Construction/DIY: Building, framing, construction, etc. as well as detailed major home repair.
Fast paced environments: Work environments like quick oil change, tire change, line cooks, fast food, health care, etc.

Responsibilities

Learn about Body Shop role and Cirrus processes
Develop early skills inspecting aircraft components, sub assemblies, and composite parts in preparation for body work process
Begin Identifying and communicating defects and/or errors to supervisor when discovered
Listens and follows instructions, asking questions as needed
Manually applies body filler per procedures to establish a smooth surface contour and finish
Develops skills to utilize air tools and hand tools for high volume sanding
Strictly adheres to personal protective equipment requirements
Follows safety data sheets, technical data sheets and hazardous waste disposal procedures
Uses planning documents to ensure accurate completion of job duties

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts: FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
Well-being: Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider
401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available
Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations