Automotive Body Technician

D Patrick; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

D Patrick in Evansville, IN is seeking an Auto Body Technician to repair damaged vehicle bodies in the in-house body shop. This full-time, in-person role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to safety standards.

You will inspect vehicles, remove body parts, straighten frames, prime surfaces, and apply finishes while staying current with I-CAR and ASE training requirements. Weekend/overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with related training.
• Experience or training in auto body repair.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Examines damaged vehicles, compares to estimate cost of repairs, and writes up supplements.
• Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic equipment for access to body areas.
• Positions dolly block and beats surfaces to remove dents and straightens frames.
• Fills depressions with body filler and primes repaired surfaces.
• Replaces damaged parts and aligns components for proper fit.
• Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces and ensures finish quality.
• Stays up to date on I-CAR, ASE, and manufacturer training.
• Complies with spray gun safety rules and PPE requirements.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Math skills

Mechanical skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma and related training

4 years of training and experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Evansville, IN 47715
Job Title: Auto Body Technician
Department: Body Shop
Reports To: Body Shop Manager
Job Type: Full-Time, In-Person position located in Evansville, IN

Summary

Repairs damaged bodies and body parts of automotive vehicles such as automobiles, light trucks, and SUVs by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities

• Examines damaged vehicles, compares to estimate cost of repairs, and writes up any supplements.
• Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window and seat operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle body and fenders.
• Positions dolly block against surface of dented area and beats opposite surface to remove dents.
• Fills depressions with body filler.
• Removes damaged fenders, panels, grills, and bolts or welds with wire feed or arc welder and replaces parts in position.
• Straightens bent automobile frames with pneumatic frame straightening machine.
• Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces.
• Aims headlights and bleeds hydraulic brake system.
• Primes surfaces after performing body repairs.
• Replaces defective mechanical parts.
• Stays up to date on all I‑CAR, ASE, and manufacturer training.
• Abides by all federal, state and local regulations regarding spray gun equipment and personal protection equipment such as respirator compliance.
• Requires being at work on time and have satisfactory attendance.
• Any other duties assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Basic computer, math, and mechanical skills.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Positive attitude, ability to listen and follow directions.
• Performs duties with little or no supervision.
• Can work weekends and overtime.
• Honest, ethical, dependable, and a team player.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma and 2 years related training or 4 years of training and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb or balance, talk, hear, and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.