Precision Frame Repair Technician - Truck Frame Restoration

Fyda Freightliner Pitts Inc; West Jefferson (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay based on experience

Salary + Commission

Sign on bonus

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid uniforms

401K program

Training programs

Job summary

Fyda Freightliner Pitts Inc. in Columbus/West Jefferson, OH seeks an experienced frame repair technician to join our team. You will position vehicles on frame racks, use blueprints to locate misaligned sections, and apply hydraulic presses to restore original frame geometry with attention to safety and quality.

You will inspect, document parts used, perform repairs including welding, and maintain a clean, safe work environment while coordinating with the foreman on status and priorities.

Qualifications

• Team oriented, flexible, and focused on customer service.
• Working knowledge of shop equipment.
• Frame rack experience and basic heavy/medium duty truck knowledge preferred.
• Able to pass background check and pre-employment drug screening (DOT guidelines).

Responsibilities

• Position and secure the damaged vehicle onto the frame rack using clamps and chains.
• Measure and pinpoint misaligned sections of the frame or unibody using blueprints.
• Use hydraulic presses and frame racks to realign the frame to its original shape and specifications.
• Remove or replace damaged body panels and structural parts, welding as needed.
• Work with mild steels, high-strength steels, and aluminum and apply joining techniques.
• Perform thorough post-repair inspections to ensure safety and quality standards, including road tests.
• Document repairs performed and parts used for each vehicle.
• Complete service and repair assignments safely and efficiently and communicate status to shop foreman.

Skills

Team oriented

Customer service

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Shop equipment knowledge

Tools

Frame rack operation

Welding basics

Job description

Fyda Freightliner Pitts Inc. in Columbus/West Jefferson, OH seeks an experienced frame repair technician to join our team. You will position vehicles on frame racks, use blueprints to locate misaligned sections, and apply hydraulic presses to restore original frame geometry with attention to safety and quality.

You will inspect, document parts used, perform repairs including welding, and maintain a clean, safe work environment while coordinating with the foreman on status and priorities.