Repair & Restoration Tech

Great Southern Wood Preserving; Abbeville (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Southern Wood Preserving is seeking an automotive body technician to assess vehicle damage, plan repairs, and execute dent removal, panel replacement, and alignment. You will use hand and power tools, welding equipment, and paint-matching tech to restore vehicles and ensure safety and quality before release to customers.

Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, physical fitness, and customer service skills are essential to succeed in a busy shop environment.

Qualifications

• Understanding of automotive systems and components.
• Manual dexterity for handling small parts and tools.
• Attention to detail to ensure high-quality repairs and finishes.
• Physical fitness for physically demanding tasks, including lifting.
• Customer service skills to interact with clients and provide excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Assess Vehicle Damage: Evaluate the extent of damage to vehicles and create a comprehensive repair plan.
• Assess Vehicle Damage: Evaluate the extent of damage to vehicles and create a comprehensive repair plan.
• Perform Repairs: Execute various repair techniques, including dent removal, body alignment, and panel replacement.
• Use Tools and Equipment: Operate hand and power tools, welding equipment, and paint-matching technology to restore vehicles.
• Conduct Final Inspections: Ensure all repairs meet safety standards and quality expectations before returning vehicles to customers.

Skills

Technical Knowledge

Manual Dexterity

Attention to Detail

Physical Fitness

Customer Service Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Assess Vehicle Damage: Evaluate the extent of damage to vehicles and create a comprehensive repair plan.
• Assess Vehicle Damage: Evaluate the extent of damage to vehicles and create a comprehensive repair plan.
• Perform Repairs: Execute various repair techniques, including dent removal, body alignment, and panel replacement.
• Use Tools and Equipment: Operate hand and power tools, welding equipment, and paint-matching technology to restore vehicles.
• Conduct Final Inspections: Ensure all repairs meet safety standards and quality expectations before returning vehicles to customers.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of automotive systems and components, including bodywork and structural integrity.
• Manual Dexterity: Ability to work with small parts and tools effectively.
• Attention to Detail: Keen eye for detail to ensure high-quality repairs and finishes.
• Physical Fitness: Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting and working in awkward positions.
• Customer Service Skills: Strong communication skills to interact with clients and provide excellent service.

Work Environment

Typically works in a garage or body shop environment, which may involve exposure to dust, fumes and loud noises. Protective gear is provided to ensure safety.

Education And Experience

A high school diploma or equivalent experience