Body Shop Technician

Amports Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the automotive service sector is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team. This full-time role involves restoring vehicles to factory standards, requiring a mix of technical skills and attention to detail. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, demonstrating problem-solving abilities and effective communication. With a commitment to quality and safety, this position offers an opportunity to contribute to a reputable company known for its operational excellence and customer satisfaction. If you're a motivated go-getter ready to make an impact, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Requires a certificate or relevant experience in vehicle repair.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on vehicles to restore them to factory standards.
• Conduct sheet metal work and various vehicle maintenance tasks.

Skills

Vehicle Repair

Detail Orientation

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Communication

Time Management

Education

One-year certificate from college or technical school

Associate degree (AA) or equivalent

Tools

Personal Tools

Job description

AMPORTS has been a leader in the global automotive service industry for over 60 years. With multiple locations in the United States and Mexico, AMPORTS is one of the largest auto processors in North America. We believe in a perpetual commitment to quality, safety, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.

Our purpose at AMPORTS is to leverage our port and terminal infrastructure, creating capacity, value, and supply chain solutions for finished vehicles. We take pride in providing service to our customers that is matched by no other. We know how to work hard, play hard, and recognize success. We want to welcome go-getters who are motivated to focus on pooling resources, knowledge, and skills to get the job done.

Summary/Objective

This position is responsible for bringing vehicles back to factory standards.

Essential Functions

• Perform work on vehicles including removing parts, sanding, priming, taping, buffing, welding, and installation.
• Responsible for doing sheet metal work.
• Effective communicator in listening, writing, and verbal.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Ability to solve problems.
• Ability to work as a team.
• Ability to organize and prioritize competing responsibilities.
• Punctual and dependable person.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct reports.

Work Environment

Well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office, production setting, outdoor/indoor shop environment or enclosed vehicle with adequate ventilation and protection from extreme weather conditions.

Physical Demands

Light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of an administrative or production/technical nature. Manual dexterity sufficient to reach and handle items.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are primarily 8 hours each day, Monday through Friday on a day shift. This position may require overtime.

Travel

This position does not have any travel requirements.

Required Education and Experience

One-year certificate from college or technical school, or three to six months of related experience and/or training, or equivalent education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

Associate degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain TWIC badge (Transportation Working Identification Credential).

Must have own tools.

Other Duties

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

AMPORTS is an equal opportunity employer, and diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.