Body Shop Technician Level I - First Shift

Cirrus•Duluth, MN

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Body Shop Technicians are integral to the exterior finishing process, responsible for preparing the exterior for primer and painting. This is a learning role where the technician will be trained in masking parts, applying body filler, and sanding filler materials to prepare parts for primer and paint. The ideal candidate is someone who can work effectively independently or as part of a small team and thrives in a physical work environment.

Requirements

Minimum one-year related experience using bondo or other surface filler, dry wall - mudding/taping and/or related training required
Ability to develop relationships and utilize interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast paced, team environment
Must possess the highest level of integrity and have the ability to communicate errors to leadership
Has the initiative to finish assignments and personal accountability for time management
Reliable and dependable work ethic and can adapt to changing work requirements
Has the ability to read drawings/blue prints and can calculate dimensions in a thousandth of an inch
Has knowledge of basic tools and uses good judgement when selecting the proper tool for the job
High School diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

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

Develops skills inspecting aircraft components, sub-assemblies, and composite parts in preparation for body work process
Begins 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
Develops skill in spraying surfaces of manufactured products with protective material, such as paint primers, finishing coats, or gel coat using a spray gun or “dump (gravity fed) gun” in a paint booth
Regulates paint sprayer width and pressure according to knowledge of painting and priming techniques
Removes excess material from surfaces of manufactured and purchased parts in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, processes, and procedures; resulting in a smooth and clean surface matching the surface requirements and shape of the drawings
Primarily utilizes air tools for purposes of high-volume sanding/grinding. Fills voids or cavities and dents or repairs defects as necessary, manually applies body filler per procedures to re‑establish a smooth surface contour and finish
Repairs damaged metal and composite components, using pneumatic tools and knowledge of metal and composite repair techniques
Grinds, sands, and finishes excess filler to match required surface finish and contour
Applies masking tape and protective paper or barriers over parts and areas, which are not to be coated. May apply color transfers or registration numbers, or other lettering over the primary paint
Able to read, interpret and work from engineering drawings, blueprints, production illustrations and other specifications to determine the identity, location and relationship of aircraft parts
Must be able to fill out work instructions properly, able to understand the planning flow and be able to adjust and explain the planning procedures
Must be able to understand all process specifications and pertinent reference information
Must be proficient in completing forms necessary to generate work and changes to work orders, pick lists, drawings, and other related documents