Automotive Disassembly Technician

D&S Automotive Collision and Restyling; Chardon (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education

Paid holidays

Volunteer program

Life insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

D&S Automotive Collision and Restyling is hiring a Disassembly Technician in Ohio. The role supports Repair Planners by identifying concealed damage during disassembly and helping write complete repair estimates. This is a full-time position with a 8:00 am–5:00 pm schedule, Monday through Friday.

We offer medical, vision, dental, PTO, continuing education, paid holidays, a volunteer program, life insurance, and a 401(k) with company match, with pay commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Understanding of automobiles required.
• At least 2 years of body shop experience.

Responsibilities

• Pre-scanning of vehicle.
• Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical parts and panels as needed.
• Micro bagging of hardware and small parts.
• Build and organize parts cart per company standards.
• Take photos of complex wiring and assembly.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Automobile knowledge

Body shop experience

Disassembly tools

Driver's license

Background check

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Disassembly tools

Job description

Who We Are

D&S Automotive was founded in 1977 and has since grown to become a leader in Northeast Ohio collision repair and automobile restyling. The company is locally owned and headquartered in Mentor, Ohio, with a total of six locations, two in Mentor, and one each in Chardon, Elyria, Kirtland, and North Ridgeville. D&S Automotive's unrivaled customer experience and attention to detail has earned them a reputation in the community for its award-winning service, quality customer care and community involvement.

Disassembly Technician

D&S Automotive was founded in 1977 and has since grown to become a leader in Northeast Ohio collision repair and automobile restyling. The company is locally owned and headquartered in Mentor, Ohio, with a total of six locations, two in Mentor, and one each in Chardon, Elyria, Kirtland, and North Ridgeville. D&S Automotive's unrivaled customer experience and attention to detail has earned them a reputation in the community for its award-winning service, quality customer care and community involvement.

What We Value

• Philanthropy: We passionately believe that it is our communities and the people that make up our communities that shape our business and make us a successful company. Our desire is to embrace philanthropy and maintain a culture of giving to better our community just like it betters us.
• Family: Families care about one another. They show admiration and respect whilst also supporting in times of need. They relate to each other and use this to solve problems and achieve common goals. At D&S Automotive, we work to maintain a welcoming atmosphere where employees have opportunities to build camaraderie and elevate teamwork.

About The Position

The Disassembly Technician is key to our Repair Planners discovering concealed damage on vehicles through our thorough disassembly process. Working together as a team, the Disassembly Technician assists the Repair Planner in writing a complete estimate for repairs.

This is a full-time opportunity that works during the 8:00 am - 5:00 pm time frame, Monday through Friday. We offer competitive compensation, as well as medical, vision, dental, PTO, continuing education opportunities, Paid Holidays, Paid Volunteer Program, Paid Life Insurance, and 401(k) with company match. The Disassemble Technician will report to the Collision Center Manager and pay will commensurate with the chosen candidate's experience.

Essential Job Functions

• Pre-scanning of vehicle
• Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical/hydraulic window operating equipment, body panels, trim, and any other parts needed
• Micro bagging of all hardware and small parts
• Building and organization of parts cart according to company standards
• Taking photos of complex wire routing, component assembly, and trim/emblem location
• Any other duties as assigned by supervisor(s)

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Understanding of automobiles is required
• At least 2 year of body shop experience required
• Proper tooling for the disassembly of vehicles
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a background check

Characteristics Sought

• Great attention to detail
• Effective communication
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced and ever changing environment

Physical Requirements

• Periodic lifting and carrying objects over 50 pounds
• Reaching above and below shoulder level
• Extended periods of kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping to complete or inspect repairs
• Manual dexterity and eye/hand coordination to operate equipment
• May be exposed to repetitive tasks involving hand and arm motion
• May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, high levels of dust and noise in repair center

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

D&S Automotive is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

All candidates upon Offer of Employment will be required to submit to a Background Check, where we check for prior felonies. In addition, we run a Motor Vehicle Report to check for a valid driver license, prior citations/suspensions and total points on the license, if applicable.

Salary: $16.00 - $17.50 per hour