BODY REPAIRER A

Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CA) is seeking a skilled bus body repair technician to repair and restore revenue buses, following blueprints and repair manuals. The role involves examining damage, estimating repair costs, and removing/replacing damaged components to restore structural integrity.

The ideal candidate has journey-level experience or a 2-year auto/truck body repair program, a valid CA driver’s license, and a commitment to safety and quality in a transit

Qualifications

• Two years of journey-level experience repairing heavy vehicle or automotive bodies and related parts/structures and completion of a 2-year program from an accredited auto/truck body repair school.
• Four years of journey-level experience repairing heavy vehicle or automotive bodies and related parts/structures.
• Experience repairing buses and related parts/desirable
• Valid California Class C driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Repair damaged bus bodies, frames, and structural parts.
• Examine damage and estimate repair costs.
• Remove damaged parts to access body structure.
• Assemble replacement parts and weld into position.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and policies.

Skills

Repair bus bodies

Blueprint reading

Cost estimation

Tool operation

Safety focus

English communication

Education

2-year auto/truck body repair program

4 years body repair experience

Tools

Wrenches

Cutting torches

Welding equipment

Hydraulic jacks

Sanders

Job description

Basic Function

• Repair damaged bodies and body parts of revenue buses using a variety of hand and power tools following blue prints, specifications, diagrams, and repair manuals
• Examines damage to vehicles and estimates cost of repairs
• Straightens body panels, bent frames, supporting structures and other parts damaged in accidents
• Removes damaged parts, including panels, and floors, using wrenches and cutting tools
• Bolts, rivets, and welds replacement parts in position
• Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces, including bondo patches
• Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic systems, window and seat assemblies and trim to allow access to damaged body structure
• Adjusts headlights, aligns frames and suspensions after repair of body
• Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out

• Two years of journey-level experience performing repair of heavy vehicle or automotive bodies and related parts and structures AND Completion of a 2 year program from accredited school in auto/truck body repair OR
• Four of years of journey-level experience performing repair of heavy vehicle or automotive bodies and related parts and structures
• Experience repairing buses and related parts and structures desirable
• Valid California Class C driver's license

Knowledge

• Theories, principles, and practices in the repair of revenue bus bodies, frames, and structural parts
• Operations of various hand and power tools and equipment, including wrenches, cutting torches, welding equipment, hydraulic jacks and sanders
• Power equipment operations and safety
• Shop mathematics
• Vehicle operations and safety

Abilites

• Repair revenue bus bodies, frames and structural parts
• Read, understand, and apply blueprints, diagrams and specifications
• Assess cost of repairs
• Safely operate Metro vehicles
• Safely operate a variety of hand and power tools and equipment
• Communicate effectively with othersFollow verbal and written instructions
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Travel to offsite locations within a reasonable timeframe
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

Special Conditions

• Must possess required standard tools of the specified trade
• Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required
• Positions in this classification are considered safety sensitive under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol regulations

(CA)