Body Shop Technician - Albany, OR

Freightliner Northwest • Albany, OR

4d • $20 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

Gordon Truck Centers (GTC) is seeking skilled and detail-oriented commercial truck Body Shop Technicians & Painters to join our team at our new Body Shop location in Albany, Oregon. This role is responsible for repairing, fabricating, refinishing, and painting commercial truck bodies and related equipment to meet safety, quality, and customer standards. The ideal candidate has experience with heavy-duty vehicles, strong mechanical aptitude, and pride in producing high-quality work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (technical or trade school preferred)
• 2+ years of experience in a commercial truck or heavy equipment body shop (preferred)
• Experience with automotive or industrial painting systems
• Welding experience (MIG preferred; aluminum welding a plus)
• Ability to read work orders, repair plans, and paint specifications
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship
• Ability to lift heavy parts and stand for extended periods
• Valid driver’s license (CDL a plus, but not required)
• Mechanics frequently lift up to 75 pounds and must have a full complement of tools

Nice To Haves

• Technical or trade school preferred
• Aluminum welding a plus
• CDL a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform body repairs on commercial trucks and trailers, including cabs, frames, panels, doors, and bodies
• Repair or replace damaged metal, fiberglass, aluminum, and composite components
• Perform welding, cutting, grinding, straightening, and fabrication as required
• Prepare surfaces for painting (sanding, masking, priming, filling, and sealing)
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets company and customer standards
• Use body shop tools and equipment safely and properly
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Communicate with supervisors and team members regarding job progress and issues
• Follow all safety, environmental, and shop procedures
• Mix paints and coatings to proper specifications and apply using spray equipment
• Paint complete vehicles or components, ensuring color match and finish quality

Benefits

• Healthcare plan that covers medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits for eligible employees
• Basic group term life insurance policy
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Profit sharing
• Traditional pre-tax 401(k)
• Post-tax Roth 401(k)
• Company match dollar for dollar of your contributions up to 3% of your income for 401(k)
• Paid vacation
• Personal time off (PTO)
• Six (6) paid holidays

What This Job Offers

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