ABRA Body Shop Technician

Asheville Ford Lincoln•Asheville, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The ABRA Body Shop is looking for a full-time Body Shop Technician. We are a large facility that includes a Quicklane, Service, Sales Department and Body Shop. We are locally owned and operated and have partnerships with many local charities and community organizations. We are a Certified shop for Ford, Subaru and Tesla and have tons of work.

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

Welding, suspension, framework experience
ASE Certifications; Damage Analysis and Estimating, Mechanical and Electrical Components, Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair and State Vehicle Inspector

Responsibilities

Identify and resolve parts required for repair; review repair orders, work order, and Body Shop Managers estimate notes; follow warranty guidelines; notify supervisor of any repair add-ons
Adjust, replace, and repair all series of vehicles (e.g., sheet metal repairs, fiberglass/ panel repairs, fabrication and structural welding, installation and alignment of body components, electrical and mechanical repairs, etc.)
Road test vehicles when necessary to ensure quality repair
Maintain current knowledge of job and technical skills including truck manufacturer’s repair process
Perform work as outlined on repair estimates with efficiency and accuracy in accordance with dealership and factory standards
Teardown and inspect for additional or hidden repairs
Advise body shop estimator of additional damage or supplemental needs or if repairs will not be completed on time
Lead work of any apprentice technicians and maintain ASE certifications