Body-Shop Technician

M&L Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram•Lexington, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Body Shop Technician repairs and refinishes damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles in accordance with factory and dealership specifications, using hand tools, power tools, and spray painting equipment. They will also do dealer prep work. About us At M&L Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram we strive to make every customer a customer for life. Happy employees make happy customers, and we reward individuals who are ready to work hard and stay motivated. Every employee at M&L Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is absolutely critical to its success. Our promise is to keep delivering the same award-winning service and value that our community has come to expect from our dealership through the years.

Requirements

Welding, suspension, framework experience a plus OR willing to learn/train
ASE Certifications; Damage Analysis and Estimating, Mechanical and Electrical Components, Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair and State Vehicle Inspector (preferred)
Certifications listed above or equivalent experience and eagerness to improve
Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Nice To Haves

Light painting, if deemed qualified and necessary by the Manager

Responsibilities

Stay up to date on the latest repair methods and techniques for the vehicles sold and serviced by the dealership
Perform all body and fender repairs according to estimate and supplement as necessary
Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy
Perform welding, soldering, body alignment and oxidizing operations
Diagnose the cause of malfunction and perform needed repair
Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts
Examine vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required
Advise Body Shop Manager if additional work is needed
Use basic mathematical skills to solve simple equations for mixing chemicals
Follow factory and dealership procedures when performing warranty work
Save and tag all warranty parts for storage
Is familiar with the latest technical bulletins, service manuals and other service publications
Attend factory sponsored training classes and keeps abreast of factory technical bulletins
Operate all equipment in Body Shop in a safe and productive manner
Maintain his stall in an orderly and clean manner
Use discretion in using company materials and supplies
Light painting, if deemed qualified and necessary by the Manager
Ensure customer’s cars are kept clean
Document all work performed as soon as the job is completed
Will secure permission from management and write up an RO before doing any work on personal vehicle