Auto Body Technician — Frame & Unibody Repair

Gettel Pg-t Inc; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Vacation

Paid Training

Growth Opportunities

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Gettel Chevrolet Buick GMC in Punta Gorda, FL is seeking an auto body technician to restore frames and unibody vehicles to manufacturer specifications. You will remove/replace sheet metal and cosmetic parts, bench vehicles, and document measurements as required.

The role requires knowledge of vehicle body repair, a valid driver's license, and safe use of hand/power tools. Physical demands include standing for long shifts and lifting heavy parts.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and estimate information.
• Working knowledge of all aspects of repairing damaged vehicle body parts, unibody vehicles and body over frame vehicles.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and other machinery in a safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Make proper repairs to company guidelines and to meet company standards of quality, restoring frame and unibody vehicles to proper (manufacture’s) specifications using proper techniques and equipment.
• Remove and replace sheet metal, glass and cosmetic parts as necessary.
• Straighten/repair damaged panels and parts as necessary.
• Bench vehicles and conduct pulls on vehicles as necessary.
• Measure and document vehicle dimensions when required.
• Restore and/or maintain vehicle corrosion protection (i.e.: undercoating, cavity wax).
• Assist with smooth flow of work through the shop.
• Maintain work area in clean and safe condition.
• Keep Estimator/Writer and Production Manager aware of work status on all jobs.
• Alert the Estimator/Writer and Production manager to any unusual problems or additional work needed on a vehicle.
• Work with the Parts Department Associate to ensure correct, usable parts have been ordered and delivered.
• Return all unused to the Parts Department.
• Provide own tools (must be compatible with shop “Vacuum” system).

Skills

Reading instructions

Estimate information

Vehicle body repair knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Gettel Chevrolet Buick GMC in Punta Gorda, FL is seeking an auto body technician to restore frames and unibody vehicles to manufacturer specifications. You will remove/replace sheet metal and cosmetic parts, bench vehicles, and document measurements as required.

The role requires knowledge of vehicle body repair, a valid driver's license, and safe use of hand/power tools. Physical demands include standing for long shifts and lifting heavy parts.