Automotive Body Technician

AutoPark Collision Center; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

AutoPark Collision Center is seeking a Flat Rate Body Tech to repair damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles according to factory specifications and time standards. The role includes assessing parts, preparing vehicles for repair, and communicating with management about any additional repairs needed.

The ideal candidate will have strong automotive knowledge, ability to use technical manuals, and excellent teamwork and communication skills to ensure top quality work in a fast-paced shop

Qualifications

• Knowledge of automotive systems and repair processes.
• Ability to use technical manuals and reference materials.
• Strong communication skills with customers and team members.
• Ability to follow standardized processes to ensure quality and safety.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• Ability to listen to customers and determine how to assist them.
• Time management and prioritization in a shop environment.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Repair vehicles per estimate and manufacturer standards.
• Check parts against estimate and ensure proper parts are sourced.
• Prepare vehicles for body repair work.
• Notify management of additional repairs or issues.
• Maintain tools and operate safely and efficiently.
• Adhere to safety and hazardous material regulations.
• Work with others to support repairs and prepping.
• Stay aware of regulatory requirements affecting body shop operations.

Skills

Automotive knowledge

Read technical manuals

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

Summary/Objective
The Flat Rate Body Tech repairs damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles in accordance with factory and dealership specification and time standards.

Essential Functions

• Repairs vehicles per estimate and according to manufacturer standards
• Checks parts against estimate and ensures proper parts are ordered and received
• Prepares vehicles for body repair work
• Notifies management of any additional repairs needed
• Notifies management of any difficulties or problems that may prevent a quality job from being performed or cause a change in the promised time
• Maintains tools and equipment in a proper state of repair
• Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective equipment, including respirator, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners, and other hazardous materials reporting any deviations to management
• Cooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehicles
• Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area
• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner
• Attends pertinent training on request
• Other duties as assigned

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

The Company is committed to hiring a diverse and qualified workforce. We will not consider any characteristic or category protected by state or federal law in hiring or employment decisions, including but not limited to race, national origin, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, status as a parent, or genetic information.

Requirements

• Knowledge of automotive systems
• Ability to use technical reference materials and technical manuals
• Ability to communicate technical terms to non-technical audience
• Ability to follow processes to ensure quality and safety
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information
• Ability to listen to customer and determine how to assist them
• Time management skills and ability to prioritize
• Excellent communication skills and works well in a team environment

Supervisory Responsibility

N/A

Work Environment / Physical Demands

Primarily works in an automotive shop environment. Workspace is covered but may involve various weather conditions such as heat and cold as well as safety hazards due to the nature of work. May experience loud noise on a regular basis.
Medium/Heavy Work---Will lift over 50 pounds with assistance device required and/or frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to or over 35 pounds with assistance device available as needed.
This position will require the employee to be standing for prolonged periods of time
This position requires the ability to push, pull, stoop, kneel, reach, grasp, and walk on a regular basis
This position involves repetitive motion
This position requires the ability to talk and hear

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

Shop Business Hours with ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent. Safe working knowledge of shop tools and equipment. Two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; and two to five years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Two to five years of collision repair experience.
I-CAR or ASE Certifications are preferred.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications (Certification/Licenses/Registrations)

Valid Driver's License

Safety Sensitive Position

The essential functions of this position require a person to work with hazardous or flammable materials; AND/OR to complete tasks in which a lapse of attention could result in injury, including without limitation the operating, repairing, maintaining, or monitoring of heavy equipment, machinery, or motor vehicles.

Area of Interest

Service and Parts

Position Type

Full-time