Auto Body Mechanic (DDOT)

City of Detroit; Michigan; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Detroit seeks an Auto Body Mechanic to inspect, repair, and rebuild automotive bodies and their accessories. Responsibilities include dent repair, frame straightening, panel replacement, welding, and finishing work on trucks and cars.

Qualifications require a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of automotive body repair experience, with valid Michigan operator license and state CDL-B with airbrake endorsement required for hire.

Qualifications

• High School graduation or G.E.D. from a four-year trade or vocational high school with courses in general shop work and automotive maintenance.
• Two (2) years of experience in automotive body repair work.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and repairs automotive bodies and accessories.
• Straightens frames and panels, welds and replaces parts as needed.
• Mends dents, installs new panels, and refinishes surfaces.
• Uses hand and power tools for metal work and fabrication.

Skills

Metal fabrication knowledge

Welding equipment proficiency

Automotive body repair know-how

Tool handling skills

Mechanical dexterity

Physical strength and agility

Attention to detail

Initiative and independence

Communication with supervisors

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Automotive repair tools

Job description

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DDOT) AUTO BODY MECHANIC

Under general supervision, inspects, repairs and rebuilds automotive bodies and their accessories.

• Inspects the interior and exterior of automotive truck and passenger cars for defective body and chassis parts, such as dented and broken fenders, dented doors and panels, bent or broken frames, and makes the necessary replacements or repairs.
• Straightens with or without heat, and replaces steel frames and panels.
• Bumps out dented fenders, cowls, doors, hoods and panels.
• Puts new metal panels on frame parts.
• Fills holes and low spots in metal surfaces.
• Uses files and grinders to smooth down rough metal surfaces.
• Makes or installs special brackets and fixtures on passenger car and truck bodies.
• Performs the metal work required in constructing or makes alterations to bodies on special automotive equipment.
• Repairs or replaces windows, auto body hardware, seats and seat cushions, floor mats, floor boards, body stakes, gates, and other fixtures, as required.
• Welds broken panels and frames.

• High School graduation or G.E.D. from a four-year trade or vocational high school with courses in general shop work and automotive maintenance.
• Two (2) years of experience in automotive body repair work.

Equivalency

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Licensing and Certifications

• Valid State of Michigan Operator License required. Persons subsequently hired in this title will be required to obtain a State of Michigan Chauffeur License with Commercial Driver License Group B Designation and Airbrake Endorsement required.
• Successful applicants must meet physical standards prescribed by the Michigan State Police Motor Carrier Division and must possess and carry a valid current Medical Examiner’s Certificate certifying physical fitness for driving in accordance with State of Michigan Motor Carrier Safety Act-1988.
• Employees in this class will be required to provide the tools commonly used in the performance of automotive repair work.

Evaluation Plan

• Interview: PASS / FAIL
• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 100%
• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P:100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points

LRD: 10/01/2024

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of construction of motor vehicle bodies and accessories and with the methods of repairing them.
• Knowledge of use of welding equipment.
• Knowledge of tools, methods, materials, and practices used in repairing automotive equipment.
• Skill in the use of tools in the repair of automotive body components and related equipment.
• Skill in mechanical dexterity.
• Skill in physical strength and agility.
• Ability to pay attention to detail.
• Ability to display industry and initiative in performing auto body repair work.
• Ability to interact effectively with supervisors and other departmental personnel.

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position. The City of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other criteria prohibited by City, State, or Federal law.