Commercial truck fabricator/ body shop technician

Sternberg Truck Equipment & Repair - Louisville; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in truck repair services is seeking a dedicated Truck Body Repair Technician in Louisville, KY. With over 60 years in business, they provide a supportive family-owned atmosphere and offer competitive benefits, including medical insurance, a 401k plan, and life insurance. Candidates should have dealership and collision center experience, along with strong communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance

401k Plan

PTO

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Family-owned and operated

Qualifications

• Past dealership experience required.
• Past collision center experience required.
• Clean driving record & valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Determine and repair damaged parts.
• Communicate status of repairs to manager.
• Document all repairs performed.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational program completion (preferred)

Job description

Sign on bonus for experienced candidates. Perform repairs, replacements and other alterations to the exteriors of Commercial truck bodies and truck components. Weld components to existing truck chassis, fabricate and attach new bodies, up fit to existing. Prep, sand, refinish truck bodies and components. Remove and replace damaged parts or fabricate parts with power and hand tools. Comply with any laws and regulations, affecting, paint, thinners, and other hazardous materials.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance
• 401k Plan
• PTO
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Growth opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Family-owned and operated

Responsibilities

• Determine and repair damaged parts
• Communicate status of repairs clearly to body shop manager
• Communicate with parts department to obtain necessary parts
• Document all repairs performed
• Document all materials used
• Maintain work area in a clean and orderly manner
• Follow all company safety procedures
• Understand and follow federal, state, and local regulations such as the disposal of hazardous waste

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Past dealership experience required
• Past collision center experience is required as well
• Completion of vocational program preferred, but not required
• Able to work in fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Clean driving record & valid driver’s license

About Us:Customers have trusted Sternberg Automotive Group for over 60 years! We are a humble, family-owned dealership with locations across Southern Indiana and in Louisville, Kentucky.Our group provides services for just about every facet of the transportation industry - Cars, Trucks, Leasing, Rental Parts, Vehicle Repair, Equipment, Collision Repair - you name it, we have it!Our enthusiasm and excitement for automobiles as well as delivering exceptional customer service has made us a go-to regional automotive destination. The Sternberg Automotive group demonstrates the same local, family business atmosphere at all our dealerships since all are still run by the Sternberg Family!

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment withoutregard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protectedveteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristicprotected by federal, state or local laws.