Body Shop Technician

Midwest Transit Equipment•Otto, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Midwest Transit Equipment, Inc. is seeking a full-time Body Shop Technician at its Kankakee, Illinois location. The technician performs body repairs and refinishing assignments, including painting, fiberglass work, and dent repair. The role requires ensuring repairs are completed correctly and efficiently, with increasing responsibility. Work includes repainting damaged vehicle exteriors, removing dents and dings, and using paint-spraying and welding equipment and installing glass. The technician must be able to perform the physical duties in varied environmental conditions and follow trade safety precautions, including using provided safety apparel.

Requirements

Knowledge of hand tools and computerized repair equipment.
Possess and maintain a full set of tools necessary to perform assigned tasks.
Ability to physically perform the duties and work in a variety of environmental conditions.
Frequently lift or carry 25–50 pounds.
Consistently bend, climb ladders, crawl, squat, kneel, reach, and twist to accomplish tasks.
Bend, stoop, or reach for extended periods.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
Knowledge of bus body construction.

Responsibilities

Repaint damaged vehicle exteriors.
Use tools and supplies to remove dents and dings.
Use and maintain paint-spraying equipment.
Use welding equipment.
Install glass.
Organize and coordinate the work of the unit.
Perform body repairs and refinishing assignments, including painting, fiberglass work, and dent repair, correctly and efficiently.
Observe safety precautions and use provided safety apparel.