Body Shop Technician

Beacon Mobility; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Mobility is seeking an experienced body shop technician in Maple Grove, MN to repair school buses, paratransit, and fleet vehicles. The role focuses on collision and cosmetic damage repair, fiberglass work, and panel replacement, with emphasis on safety and quality.

You will prepare vehicles for painting, work with fleet maintenance staff to minimize downtime, and mentor others as needed. The position offers full benefits and a steady, hands-on role in a growing mobility company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of body shop experience.
• Experience with fiberglass repair.
• Proficient in body panel repair and replacement.
• Ability to perform paint preparation and finishing work.
• Experience with commercial vehicles, buses, or fleets preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Repair collision and cosmetic damage on school buses and paratransit vehicles.
• Perform fiberglass repairs and restorations.
• Replace and repair body panels, skirting, wheel housings, and related components.
• Prepare vehicles for painting and assist with refinishing activities.
• Work closely with fleet maintenance staff to minimize vehicle downtime.
• Maintain a safe and organized work area.

Skills

Body shop experience

Fiberglass repair

Panel repair & replacement

Paint prep & finishing

Fleet/mercial vehicles experience

Detail-oriented

Job description

Transit Team, Inc. Location: Maple Grove, MN Pay Rate: $40.00/hour + Full Benefits

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of body shop experience
• Experience with fiberglass repair
• Proficient in body panel repair and replacement
• Ability to perform paint preparation and finishing work
• Experience working on commercial vehicles, buses, or fleet vehicles preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

Key Responsibilities

• Repair collision and cosmetic damage on school buses and paratransit vehicles
• Perform fiberglass repairs and restorations
• Replace and repair body panels, skirting, wheel housings, and related components
• Prepare vehicles for painting and assist with refinishing activities
• Work closely with fleet maintenance staff to minimize vehicle downtime
• Maintain a safe and organized work area

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on school buses, transit buses, or commercial fleet vehicles
• Basic fabrication skills
• Ability and willingness to train and mentor other employees in body repair techniques

Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Transit Team is the largest paratransit provider in the state of Minnesota. For more than 65 years, we have led the region in providing safe, reliable and exceptional service to the elderly and people with disabilities all across the Twin Cities metropolitan area. It is truly a privilege to provide independence to the passengers we consider family.

Why Beacon Mobility

We are a family of transportation companies across 25 states, providing Mobility Without Limits. Our focus to show that every ride matters by helping people live, learn, and achieve every day.

Who we are

Safe, reliable transportation for 100 Years Customized mobility solutions Serving students, patients, and 1,500+ communities Nearly 20,000 employees strong

What we do best

People First Safety Always School Bus & Special Education Paratransit Non‑Emergency Medical Alternative Student Transportation

Why it matters

Transportation creates opportunity Mobility builds independence Every Ride Matters