Auto Body Technician

Fix Auto; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fix Auto in Tucson, Arizona, is seeking a skilled Body Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of all phases of collision repair and must excel in tasks such as disassembling vehicles, performing repairs, and ensuring that all work meets manufacturer specifications.

Responsibilities include managing team activities, maintaining a clean workspace, and advocating for customer satisfaction. Certifications such as I-CAR Gold and ASE are a plus. Join us for a fulfilling role in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Complete understanding of light to heavy automobile collision repair.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective management of body tech team activities is essential.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble vehicles and refit new parts as needed.
• Perform vehicle repairs to manufacturer specifications.
• Check parts for accuracy and notify discrepancies.

Skills

Collision repair understanding

Read and understand written instructions

Team management

Customer service disposition

Education

I-CAR Gold Class certification

ASE certification

Job description

The Body Technician is a skilled craftsman with a thorough understanding of all phases of light to heavy collision repair. The Body Technician must be a skilled welder with the ability to remove and refit welded panels as well as the bolt-on items required in a typical crash repair.

Job Responsibilities

• Disassemble vehicles
• Refit new parts such as bumpers, fenders, grills, moldings, and other bolt-on and welded items
• Perform small to heavy repair, finishing, and priming jobs
• Complete all repairs in a manner in which the repaired areas are restored to the original manufacturer's specifications, including door, hood, and deck alignments, chassis and frame measurements, and welded-on unibody parts
• Work independently and with others with a minimum of supervision
• Check all parts for accuracy before starting the repair and notify the parts manager of any incorrect parts or other discrepancies
• Immediately notify the production manager of any hidden or missed damage that doesn't appear on the repair order
• Advise the Production Manager as you are nearing completion of a job and request a new assignment
• Put forth every effort to meet and exceed the target delivery date assigned to an RO
• Assume responsibility for all parts assigned to your job(s)
• Protect the interior and exterior non-repair areas from dust, dirt, scratches, primer, overspray, etc.
• Paint edges of panels and parts as needed to meet customer requirements, given proper training is conducted and equipment is provided
• Read and understand every line item of each vehicle's RO as pertaining to your responsibilities and visually inspect every vehicle to ensure that all the repairs are complete
• Provide guidance, education, and assistance to the assigned apprentice in such a manner that furthers their developmental growth

Skills/Qualifications

• Complete understanding of all facets of light to heavy automobile collision repair.
• The ability to read, understand, and perform written instructions accurately and consistently and to work independently and with others in an organized manner is essential.
• The ability to effectively manage the activities of a body tech team is mandatory.
• I-CAR Gold Class and ASE certification is a plus

Behavioral Excellence Required

• Present a friendly, pleasant, accommodating, cheerful, courteous, helpful, outgoing disposition toward fellow employees at all times
• Promote a positive spirit of teamwork within the company
• Maintain a well groomed appearance
• Maintain a clean, organized work area at all times
• Perform all assigned activities according to the Standardized Operating Procedures of the company
• Continuously strive to improve the efficiency of the production department and overall company operation, and be willing to participate in company meetings
• Participate in training programs as required to maintain the technical and professional skills and techniques necessary for this position
• Extend normal working hours as necessary to accommodate workload and customer requirements