Body Shop Technician

Nextran Truck Centers; Lake City (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career paths

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Company-paid life insurance

Medical and dependent care FSA

Job summary

Nextran Truck Centers is seeking a Body Shop Technician in Lake City, FL to join our service team. You will perform detailed inspections, repairs on vehicle frames, cosmetic finishes, and installs of equipment, following repair orders to dealership and factory standards.

You will communicate with parts, document all work, and stay compliant with safety regulations. A valid driver's license is required; CDL is a plus.

Qualifications

• Two years' welding, fabricating and/or related experience or training.
• High School diploma; college or technical school training preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must have necessary tools to perform responsibilities; CDL a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicle, parts and components in detail.
• Repair damaged frame, inner structure and cosmetics; refinish semi tractor-trailers.
• Install equipment, components and systems.
• Complete repair orders with accurate workmanship per dealer and factory standards.
• Coordinate with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Document all work performed and recommendations.
• Maintain cleanliness and report safety issues.
• Comply with OSHA, EPA and other regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding and fabrication experience

Basic computer skills

CDL a plus

Education

High School diploma

College/Technical school training

Job description

Are y ou looking to further develop your profession into a career? Are you driven by opportunity?

Nextran Truck Centers is hiring!

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As a Body Shop Technician, you are a valued member of our team, performing:

• Conducts detailed inspection of vehicle, parts and components.
• Repairs damaged vehicle frame, inner structure, and cosmetic aspects. Repairs and refinishes semi tractor-trailers.
• Installs equipment, components and systems.
• Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Communicates with the parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order.
• Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Ensures that the vehicle is kept clean. Notifies service advisor/dispatcher immediately of anything that has happened to change the appearance or condition of the vehicle.
• Maintains and is accountable for all dealership-owned tools and manuals. Returns them to the proper place and in the same condition as when they were received.
• Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, EPA rules and regulations, etc. Keeps abreast of manufacturer technical bulletins.
• Operates all tools/equipment in a safe manner and reports any safety issues immediately to management.
• All other duties as assigned.

Successful Candidates have the following:

• Two years' welding, fabricating and/or related experience and/or training
• High School diploma; college or technical school training preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Must have necessary tools required to perform position responsibilities
• Computer experience necessary to perform diagnostics and research
• Valid driver's license. CDL a plus.

Our Employees Benefit from:

Career Paths || Network of 25 Dealerships || Disability Insurance || Paid Time Off (2wks 1st year) || Nextran Paid Life Insurance

Family Centered Values || Medical and Dependent Care FSA || 401(k) Retirement Plan with Match || Company-Paid Holidays || EAP

Great Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits || Social Responsibility Opportunities || 28+ Years of Industry Experience || Professional Growth

We are a network of commercial truck dealerships committed to providing the best products and services through highly skilled associates who are focused on delivering the lowest life-cycle cost to our customers. Spanning the Southeast and Midwest United States, we provide sales, parts, and service for several leading brands, including Mack, Volvo, Isuzu, GMC, Ford, Hino, and Kalmar Ottawa. EEO Employee