body tech

Hendrick Automotive Group•Fayetteville, NC

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Body Tech is responsible for identifying and performing necessary body repair work in accordance with factory and Collision Center specifications. The role examines vehicle body damage, identifies and estimates needed repairs, requests parts, performs repairs, and documents the work completed. Repairs must be performed efficiently and in accordance with Collision Center and insurance company guidelines. The position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Work is performed primarily in the Collision Center and involves vehicle body parts, physical working positions, and the safe operation of power tools and test equipment. The employee may encounter loud noise, vibration, exhaust fumes, paint dust, and other collision-center conditions, and frequently interacts with customers, estimators, and Collision Center management. The role requires regular and predictable attendance. Scheduled shifts may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. The employee must be able to lift up to 80 pounds, perform a range of standing, walking, hand-use, reaching, and bending or kneeling activities, and pass an OSHA respiratory medical exam.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Five or more years of desired work experience.
Demonstrable knowledge of body repair methods.
Collision Center repair training or commensurate experience.
Ability to operate equipment necessary to perform Collision Center repair functions.
Valid driver’s license.
Basic computer skills to use the timekeeping system and ability to learn the parts department computer inventory and ordering system.
Ability to understand and follow instructions and communicate effectively with customers and company personnel.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos, and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to instructions and standardized situations, and to understand and follow technical manuals.
Ability to lift up to 80 pounds and perform the physical activities described in the job posting.
Must pass an OSHA respiratory medical exam.
Regular and predictable attendance; scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Examine body damage on customer vehicles.
Identify necessary body repair work.
Estimate the cost of body work.
Request necessary parts.
Perform body repairs, including removing damaged body parts and replacing them with repaired or new parts.
Document repairs performed.
Perform repairs efficiently and according to Collision Center and insurance company guidelines.
Maintain CSI at or above Company standards.
Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area.
Participate in required training.
Accurately record all hours worked in the company timekeeping system.
Follow Safeguards rules and regulations.
Demonstrate the Company’s Core Values.
Comply with Company policies and procedures.
Observe applicable Federal, State, Local, and Company safety rules and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.