BODY REPAIRER A

Los Angeles Metro; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Angeles Metro is looking for a skilled technician to repair bus bodies and related components. Candidates should have at least two years of journey-level experience in heavy vehicle or automotive body repair, or four years of equivalent experience. A valid California Class C driver's license is required. Essential skills include the ability to read blueprints and operate various hand and power tools. This role supports Metro's commitment to safety and quality service for LA County's transportation needs.

Qualifications

• Two years of journey-level experience performing repair of heavy vehicle or automotive bodies.
• Completion of a 2-year program from an accredited school in auto/truck body repair.
• Valid California Class C driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Repairs damaged bodies and parts of revenue buses using various tools.
• Estimates cost of repairs after examining damage.
• Straightens body panels and other parts damaged in accidents.
• Removes damaged parts using wrenches and cutting tools.
• Bolts, rivets, and welds replacement parts.
• Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces.

Skills

Repair revenue bus bodies

Read blueprints and diagrams

Assess cost of repairs

Effectively communicate

Operate hand and power tools

Education

2-year program in auto/truck body repair

Tools

Wrenches

Cutting torches

Welding equipment

Hydraulic jacks

Sanding equipment

Job description

Metro’s mission is to provide a world‑class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.

Responsibilities

• Repairs damaged bodies and body parts of revenue buses using a variety of hand and power tools following blueprints, 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, windows 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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 an accredited school in auto/truck body repair OR
• Four 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.

Essential 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.

Abilities

• 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 others.
• Follow 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 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.

Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices.

This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.