Body Shop Technician

Transwest, Inc.; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 50,282; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(K) with company match

Paid Time Off

Employee Car Discount Program

Job summary

Transwest, Inc. is seeking a full-time Automotive Body Shop Technician in Brighton, CO. The role involves repairing automotive, truck, and RV bodies, planning repairs, and maintaining tools and records. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, a minimum of two years' body technician experience, and a valid driver's license. The compensation range is $18.00 to $36.50 per hour, along with a full benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a valid Driver's License with MVR in good standing.
• Minimum of two years’ experience as an automotive body technician.

Responsibilities

• Perform body and fender repairs utilizing various tools.
• Document all actions in repair order notes.
• Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to standards.

Skills

Automotive body repair

Welding

Communication skills

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Wrenches

Cutting torch

Pneumatic tools

Job description

# Body Shop TechnicianFull-TimeBrighton, CO//Body Shop Technician## DescriptionAs an Automotive Body Shop Technician, you will be repairing automotive, truck, and RV bodies by planning repairs, replacing, and refinishing parts, maintaining tools and equipment, and maintaining records.**We offer a full benefits package for eligible employees including:*** Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance* Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance* 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution.* HSA and/or FSA, as applicable* Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Company Paid Holidays* Employee Car Discount Program**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Plan repairs by evaluating damage and estimates; coordinating repairs with other required services; gathering parts, supplies, equipment, and tools.* Perform all body and fender repairs utilizing welding, body alignment and structural operations.* Repair bodies by removing, fabricating, attaching, and aligning parts; repairing dents; filling and sealing depressions; hammering, shaping, shrinking, expanding, filing, grinding, sanding, smoothing, and featheredging surfaces; applying repair techniques and tools, including, wrenches, cutting torch, dent puller, hand, pneumatic, and power tools, grinder, sander, welder, straightened, power, foot, and hand shear, brake, drill press, drills, etc.* Maintain quality service by following repair standards; conducting test drive and final inspection; correcting deficiencies; obtaining approval from customer.* Frame experience* Document all actions in repair order notes.* Maintain tools and equipment by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.* Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock; anticipating needs; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.* Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to work standards and practices.* Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.* Enhance organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.* Other duties as assigned by the manager.**WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:*** Required to perform work inside and outside, in all-weather situations, at the shop division location.* Requires frequent sitting, standing, balancing, bending or stooping for prolonged periods of time.* Manual dexterity, fine manipulation and the ability to reach with hands and arms and lift up to 80 lbs.* Must be able to operate simple to complex and heavy-duty machinery.* Normal range of hearing and vision.**REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:*** High school diploma or equivalent.* Valid Driver's License and MVR in good standing and ability to obtain a CDL within 90 days.* Ability to read and comprehend written instructions.* A minimum of two years’ experience as an automotive body technician.* Candidates must be a motivated individual who can work independently.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.* Ability to successfully complete a General Abilities Assessment and pass post-offer background check, physical and drug screening**JOB DETAILS:*** Type: Hourly* Compensation Range: $18.00 - $36.50* Bonus Eligibility: No* Reports To: Body Shop Manager* Shift: 7:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday* Closing Date: When Filled#TW