Body Shop Technician - PART TIME

Albuquerque • Albuquerque, NM

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Body Shop Technician is able to repair vehicle bodies and straighten vehicle frames both steel and aluminum repair as well as fiber glass repairs; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments in the Body Shop Department of a retail dealership environment. HLAs HIGH LEVERAGE ACTIVITIES (focus actions that will return the highest impact): · Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic test; identifying worn and damaged parts focusing on safety, quality and customer up time. · Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering and frame components . Corrects Non-structural damage, Structural damage. Proficient in Welding and cutting, Plastic repair, Fiber glass repair, Minor mechanical and Electrical repair.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required. Combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.
• Minimum of two years experience (four or more preferred).
• Necessary tools to perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to work and learn independently.
• Strong written/ verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to use various Windows based computer software.

Nice To Haves

• Related technical school training preferred.
• ICAR certification preferred, not necessary.
• ASE certification preferred, not necessary.
• Valid commercial drivers license preferred, not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Works with body shop management to develop and achieve challenging individual goals for production and quality work.
• Completes repair assignments correctly to pass quality inspections, preparation standards for painting department, and per agreed upon estimate.
• Collects all necessary information before requesting additional parts.
• Meets or exceeds productivity goals and objectives.
• Notifies manager or estimator promptly when undiscovered damage or other delays occur.
• Promotes a productive working relationship with others.
• Provides clear and legible record of service completed or additional repairs needed for both customer and dealership use.
• Assists estimators and service advisors as necessary to explain repairs to customers or determine estimates.
• Assists other technicians when requested.
• Prioritizes work to meet demands and customer needs; plans ahead to complete work in allotted time frames.
• Makes decisions regarding repair options; asks for assistance if necessary.
• Completes repair orders within specified time frame, foresees delays, and alerts appropriate personnel promptly.
• Performs preventive maintenance, cleaning, and repairs on dealership tools and equipment; ensures facility is always clean and organized.
• Performs factory warranty repairs according to established procedures.
• Follows all hazardous waste and OSHA safety regulations and company policies.
• Stays up to date on the latest technical services through training, vendors, etc.
• Properly disposes of used parts and returns unused parts to the counterperson.
• Uses manuals including diagrams as necessary to complete repairs.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED