Collision Apprentice

Parks Chevrolet Llc; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Parks Chevrolet Llc in Kernersville, NC seeks a detail-oriented auto body technician to efficiently dismantle vehicles for timely repairs and to label and separate damaged parts.

You will work with a Repair Planner and body technician, use a variety of hand and power tools, and ensure all work meets OEM standards while maintaining a clean, safe shop.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• General mechanical skills required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Pre-employment insurability, background and drug screenings must be passed.

Responsibilities

• Efficient dismantling of vehicles to support timely repairs.
• Label and separate damaged parts from non-damaged parts for repair planning.
• Collaborate with a Repair Planner for effective repair mapping.
• Assist body technicians and learn body shop basics while using a variety of hand and power tools.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and comply with OEM standards.

Skills

General mechanical skills

Valid driver’s license

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welder

Hand tools

Power tools

Sander

Spray guns

Job description

Job Responsibilities:Efficient dismantling of vehicles to ensure timely repairs.Attention to detail for labeling and separating damaged parts from non-damaged parts to aid in the repair planning.Work with a Repair Planner for effective repair mapping.Work with a body technician to learn body shop basics to include; Operate a variety of hand and power tools ( welder, blocks, hammers, wrenches, sander, spray guns, etc.) Fill depressions with body filler, Remove damaged parts and hardware, reassemble after parts are painted; insure all repairs are in accordance with OEM standards.Ensure that working areas and equipment are kept clean and organized.Participate in ongoing training with I-CAR.Understand and follow federal, state and local regulations, such as those governing the disposal of hazardous wastes.Participate in ongoing training.Other duties as assigned.Job Qualifications:High school diploma or the equivalent.General mechanical skills.Valid Driver’s License.Pass pre-employment insurability, background and drug screeningsWork well with others and be self-motivated