Collision Repair and Refinish Technician

Summit Truck Bodies; Wathena (KS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance (Voluntary)

401(K) with company match

HSA and/or FSA

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Employee Car Discount Program

Tuition Partnership

Job summary

Summit Truck Bodies, LLC, a quality manufacturer of custom designed service and lube truck bodies, is expanding its workforce due to increasing sales. The Collision Repair and Refinish Technician position will prepare the body and components for painting.

Join our team in Kansas and contribute to high-quality finishes, following safety protocols and company procedures. This role includes comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license with good standing MVR.
• Experience in paint, collision repair and/or related field.
• Some technical training is helpful.
• Ability to read gauges, blueprints and work orders.
• Careful attention to detail and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work by studying work orders, BOMs and blueprints.
• Sand, mask and prep bodies/parts before paintwork.
• Apply bondo/seam sealer and prep for finishing and sanding.
• Wet sand and polish custom-colored bodies and doors.
• Dispose of hazardous waste per laws.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Participate in continuous improvement and show initiative.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Read gauges

Blueprint reading

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Some technical training helpful

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Description

Summit Truck Bodies, LLC, a quality manufacturer of custom designed service and lube truck bodies, is expanding its workforce due to increasing sales. If you are a motivated team player who is committed to producing a high-quality product on time and safely, we want you on our team. The Collision Repair and Refinish Technician position will prepare the body and components for painting.

WE OFFER A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES INCLUDING:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance
• 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution
• HSA and/or FSA
• Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Car Discount Program
• Missouri Western State University Tuition Partnership

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare work to be accomplished by studying work order, bill of materials and blueprints.
• Responsible for sanding, masking and prepping bodies and parts before paintwork is started and completed.
• Apply bondo/seam sealer and prepare for final finishing and sanding.
• Wet sand and polish custom-colored bodies and doors.
• Dispose of hazardous waste from the painting process in accordance with federal and state laws.
• Observe health and safety by wearing a respirator, paint suits and all other PPE.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Participate in all continuous improvement programs by offering suggestions and exhibiting initiative in areas within direct control.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Frequent mobility and/or sitting, standing, bending or stooping for prolonged/extended periods.
• Requires lifting up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Requires working in areas which are not ventilated or air-conditioned.
• Requires eye-hand coordination sufficient to operate machinery.
• Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting, manual and finger dexterity.
• Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
• Requires working in a fast-paced environment.
• Requires a normal range of hearing and vision.
• Must understand vague and implicit instructions and react favorably in all work situations.
• Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with good standing MVR.
• Must have experience in paint, collision repair and/or related field.
• Some technical training helpful.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and equipment.
• Ability to read gauges, measurement tools, blueprints and work orders.
• Keen attention to detail is required.
• Ability to successfully complete a General Abilities Assessment and pass a post-offer background check, physical and drug screen.

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