1st Shift Body Shop Technician

Armada Staffing Group; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Weekly pay

Job summary

Armada Staffing Group in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a 1st shift Body Shop Technician to perform collision repair and body work on semi-trucks, including cabs, hoods, fairings, and related components. The role involves disassembly, evaluation of damage, and rebuilding damaged structures to ensure proper fit and function.

The successful candidate will have experience with sheet metal and fiberglass repair, welding, riveting, and bonding, and will work in a fast-paced, team-oriented shop environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in heavy-duty truck body repair, collision repair, or a related field.
• Experience with semi-truck cabs, hoods, and body components is required.
• Knowledge of sheet metal and fiberglass repair techniques.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble damaged areas of semi-trucks, including cabs, hoods, fairings, and related components.
• Inspect and assess collision damage to determine the appropriate repair process.
• Rebuild damaged cab structures and align chassis and body components for proper fit and function.
• Cut out and replace damaged sheet metal and fiberglass.
• Repair body components using welding, riveting, bonding, and other appropriate repair methods.
• Perform hood replacement, repair, and overhaul.
• Perform cab replacement, repair, and overhaul as needed.
• Grind, sand, fill, and smooth repaired surfaces to prepare them for painting.

Skills

Sheet metal repair

Fiberglass repair

Welding

Riveting

Bonding

Tool handling

Physical stamina

Job description

Job Title

1st Shift Body Shop Technician

Location

Fort Wayne, IN

Starting Pay

$25.00/hour – Depends on Experience

About Us

Armada Staffing Group connects reliable, hardworking professionals with top employers. Since our founding, we’ve focused on building lasting partnerships that help candidates grow and succeed in industrial, logistics, and skilled trades roles.

Benefits & Perks

• Starting: $25.00 hourly pay – Depends on Experience
• Full-time 1st shift position
• Weekly pay
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Summary

• Full-time 1st shift opportunity with a heavy-duty truck and trailer repair company
• Perform collision repair and body work on semi-trucks, including cabs, hoods, fairings, and related components
• Disassemble damaged areas to assess the full extent of collision damage
• Repair and rebuild damaged cab structures and body components
• Perform sheet metal and fiberglass repairs using welding, riveting, bonding, and other repair methods
• Prepare repaired surfaces for the paint shop
• Hands-on position in a fast-paced, team-oriented shop environment

Responsibilities

• Disassemble damaged areas of semi-trucks, including cabs, hoods, fairings, and related components
• Inspect and assess collision damage to determine the appropriate repair process
• Rebuild damaged cab structures and align chassis and body components for proper fit and function
• Cut out and replace damaged sheet metal and fiberglass
• Repair body components using welding, riveting, bonding, and other appropriate repair methods
• Perform hood replacement, repair, and overhaul
• Perform cab replacement, repair, and overhaul as needed
• Grind, sand, fill, and smooth repaired surfaces to prepare them for painting
• Ensure repaired surfaces are properly prepared for the paint shop
• Assist with shop maintenance, odd jobs, and other duties when body repairs are not available

Requirements

• Previous experience in heavy-duty truck body repair, collision repair, or a related field
• Experience working with semi-truck cabs, hoods, fairings, and body components
• Knowledge of sheet metal and fiberglass repair techniques
• Ability to safely use common hand and power tools
• Welding, riveting, and bonding experience
• Ability to perform grinding, sanding, filling, and surface preparation
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and perform physical labor for extended periods
• Ability to work safely around heavy-duty vehicles and equipment