Bus Body Repair Technician | CDL Training Provided

The Rapid; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

457 Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

The Rapid seeks a Body Shop Technician to join our Grand Rapids team. You will use hand and power tools to inspect, repair, and restore buses and light-duty vehicles, document work in repair orders, and perform welding and bodywork as required.

Training for Michigan CDL Class B with Passenger and Airbrake Endorsement is provided. A valid MI driver's license with good standing is required; DOT physicals and safety standards apply. Competitive benefits and shift options available.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of vocational schooling or equivalent work experience.
• Must be able to obtain Michigan CDL Class B with Passenger and Airbrake Endorsement; training provided by The Rapid.
• Licensed MI Driver with <4 points and clean record; points >4 disqualify.

Responsibilities

• Operate hand and power tools to repair vehicles and buses.
• Inspect damage and prepare cost estimates for parts and labor.
• Raise vehicles on hoists; inspect, repair, and test drive to ensure proper function.
• Remove, repair, and replace damaged body sections; perform welding/cutting as needed.
• Document work history in electronic repair orders and ensure safety standards.

Skills

CDL Training

Driver's License

DOT compliance

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Rapid seeks a Body Shop Technician to join our Grand Rapids team. You will use hand and power tools to inspect, repair, and restore buses and light-duty vehicles, document work in repair orders, and perform welding and bodywork as required.

Training for Michigan CDL Class B with Passenger and Airbrake Endorsement is provided. A valid MI driver's license with good standing is required; DOT physicals and safety standards apply. Competitive benefits and shift options available.