Automotive Accessory Installer Baltimore

Auto Warehousing Company, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance for associates and/or

Health insurance for associates and/or

Job summary

Auto Warehousing Company, Inc. in Baltimore is seeking a full-time Accessory Installer at the Fairfield location to perform disassembly and reassembly of vehicle parts per work orders.

You will use hand tools to ensure components are removed and installed correctly, restoring vehicles to proper condition. Ideal candidates have strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 6 months of manufacturing/assembly experience or vocational education preferred.
• Must pass driver safety test and have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle for removal and replacement of air bag.
• Drive and park vehicle in the appropriate work station.
• Verify VIN matches work order.
• Remove and reassemble trim pieces and fasteners.
• Install and secure partitions and headliner components.
• Ensure proper wiring and harness connections and test continuity.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Driving standard/automatic

Quality standards

Teamwork

Effective communication

Visual ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

6 months experience or vocational education in manufacturing/assembly

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Auto Warehousing (AWC) has been family-owned and operated for more than 50 years and is North America's leader in finished vehicle logistics. Our mission is to service customer vehicles safely, efficiently, with quality and pride. Our Associates are the reason for our success, and developing their talent remains critical to our future.
AWC is hiring a full time Accessory Installers at our Baltimore Fairfield location (Curtis Bay area).
The general pay for this position is $20.33-$22.59 per Hour
AWC offers a generous benefits package supporting both physical and mental well-being. Benefits include health insurance for associates, spouses, and children.

Summary Of Position

The primary responsibility of this position is to execute the disassembly/reassembly of vehicle parts as specified in the work order. This ensures that all components are properly removed and/or correctly installed and the vehicle is restored to its proper condition. Incumbents to this position must be comfortable utilizing various hand tools in the performance of their duties.

Essential Functions, Duties, And Tasks

Prepare vehicle for removal and replacement of air bag Drive and park vehicle in appropriate work stationVerify the VIN of vehicle is the VIN on the work order
Remove all trim parts in vehicle and place them on the shadow board for reassembly Remove and replace fasteners, and disengage wire harnessUtilize impact gun to disengage and remove air bagRemove and ensure proper disposition air bag Obtain proper air bag Connect air bag to wire harness and secure in place Reassemble all trim pieces that were removed and place on shadow boardInstall cargo partition between passenger and cargo area Obtain appropriate lower partition from kitting rack Install and secure by bolting partition in place Obtain appropriate upper partition from kitting rack Install and secure by clipping, riveting, and bolting partition in placeReposition existing lights in the cargo area of the vehicle Obtain jumper wire from kitting cart Connect jumper wire and route wire harness into the proper location in the vehicle frame Snap dome lights into proper openingChange out front headliner and install scuff plates Disassemble and remove trim pieces to access headliner Route wire harness with dome light to the appropriate space Verify continuity within wire harness Obtain appropriate headliner, and guide into place
Secure headliner with push pins and reassemble trim pieces into place Obtain appropriate scuff plate from the kitting cart Position scuff plate in line with screw holes and secure utilizing screw gun Keep tools maintained and secure Train and develop new associates and team members Execute all other duties as assigned by management

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Strong attention to detail
• Mechanical aptitude
• Able to drive both standard and automatic automobiles
• Ability to adhere to strict quality standards without variance
• Ability to interact with others effectively and work in a team environment
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Good visual ability
  

Education, Experience, And Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 6 months experience or vocation education in manufacturing and/or assembly
• Pass the AWC driver's safety test at 80% or better
• Follow directions, both written and verbal
• Valid driver's license; good driving record
  

Preferred Requirements:na
Auto Warehousing Company, including its subsidiaries, is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.