Auto Body Technician

Bally Design; Crafton (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Auto Body Technician to repair vehicles' metal, plastic, and fiberglass parts. In this role, you will plan and execute repairs, use various tools, and ensure the quality of your work through thorough inspections. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of vehicle body repair methods and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Join a team that values skill and dedication, and make a tangible impact on vehicle restoration and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational/technical school program or apprenticeship in auto repair required.
• Three years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and executes necessary repair work on vehicles.
• Uses tools like cutting guns and plasma cutters for repairs.
• Ensures all work is executed correctly by inspecting vehicles.

Skills

Ability to read job orders

Ability to work with other repairers

Understanding of vehicle body repair methods

Tool usage proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical school program

Three years of related experience

Tools

General hand tools

Job description

The Auto Body Technician will make repairs to metal, plastic, and fiberglass parts of vehicles.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Plans the repair work what is necessary.
• Uses various tools such as cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers to repair sections of a vehicle.
• Hammers out dents, dimples, and other minor body damage if possible; mixes and applies filler resins to repair dents when other methods are not feasible.
• Realigns chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
• Removes damaged sections of vehicles and replaces with new or aftermarket parts.
• Replaces or repairs glass and windshields as needed.
• Replaces or repairs interior parts as needed.
• Welds and otherwise attaches or fits parts into place.
• Prepares and repoints vehicle with factory-specified pain or agreed-upon equivalent.
• Ensures all work has been executed correctly by inspecting vehicles after repair.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to read job orders.
• Ability to work with other repairers within auto body shop.
• Thorough understanding of methods and procedures to repair vehicle body.
• Thorough understanding of how to use tools required for the trades.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational/technical school program or apprenticeship in auto repair or related field required.
• Three years of related experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Physical Requirements:

• You must supply your own general hand tools.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and safety inspections.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times.

Blue Bird Bus Sales provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veterans' status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.