Auto Body Technician Assistant

ABRA Auto; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

ABRA Auto is seeking an Auto Body Technician Assistant in Duluth, MN. You will assist metal technicians in assessing damage and help with repairs to restore vehicles to pre-accident condition in line with industry standards.

Role supports safety, uses proper procedures, and requires attention to detail. Ideal candidates have 1-3 years in auto body repair, a HS diploma or vocational training, and a willingness to follow directions and work well with others. I-CAR certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of auto body collision repair experience or equivalent.
• High School diploma and vocational technical education preferred.
• I-CAR certification preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to receive direction and work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Assist Metal Technicians in assessing structural damage to vehicles.
• Assist in repair decisions considering safety, cost and cycle time.
• Help remove and install upholstery, panels, bumpers, fenders, accessories, electrical and related equipment.
• Perform minor structural or replacement repairs and R&I components as needed.
• Attend daily release meetings and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Auto body repair

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma

Vocational/technical education

Tools

I-CAR certification

Job description

The Auto Body Technician Assistant is responsible for assisting in repairs for all assigned vehicles, restoring them to pre-accident condition in accordance with industry standards and factory specifications.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Metal Technicians in assessing structural damage to vehicles
• Assists in repair versus replace decisions considering safety, cost and cycle time.
• Help remove and install – upholstery, panels, bumpers, fenders, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment and trim.
• Performs minor structural or replacement repairs.
• R&I components as needed.
• Utilize all required safety equipment and follows proper repair procedures and adheres to all requirements for hazardous waste disposal.
• Keeps personal work area organized and clean, returns tools and maintains parts/materials carts in an organized manner.
• Perform assigned duties in a safe and responsible manner that does not expose yourself or other employees to unnecessary risk of injury.
• Attend daily release meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

EXPERIENCE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• 1-3 years of auto body collision repair experience, or equivalent required.
• High School diploma and vocational technical education preferred.
• I-CAR certification preferred.
• Strong attention to details.
• Ability to receive direction and work well with others.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Essential physical requirements include:
• Ability to stoop, bend and kneel, squat, kneel and pulling
• Extended periods of kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping to complete or inspect repairs.
• Carry and lift heavy objects (up to 80lbs)
• Manual dexterity and eye/hand coordination to operate equipment.
• Standing, sitting and walking
• Performing repetitive motions
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Exposure to:
• Paint, fumes and particles
• Dirt / Dust
• Varying heat / cold

*All duties, responsibilities and experience are subject to change by location

**This site contains postings for jobs at independently owned and operated franchises. Only the franchisee that you apply to work for is responsible for employment matters at the locations, including hiring, firing, discipline, supervisions, staffing, and scheduling employees.ABRA Franchisor SPV LLC has no control over employment matters at the location.ABRA Franchisor SPV LLC will not receive a copy of your employment application and it will have no involvement in any employment decisions, including whether you receive an interview for the job or whether you are hired.