Truck Frame Repair Specialist

Fyda Freightliner Group; West Jefferson (NC); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

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Descripción de la vacante

Fyda Freightliner Columbus is seeking an experienced Technician to straighten damaged frames on heavy- and medium-duty trucks and perform related body repairs. You will use frame racks, hydraulic presses, and blueprints to restore frames to specification, replacing panels and applying welds when needed.

You will work with various materials including steels and aluminum, conduct post-repair inspections, document parts used, and communicate progress to the shop foreman.

Formación

• Team oriented, flexible, and focused on customer service.
• Past experience with a frame rack to straighten frames.
• Basic Heavy and Medium Duty Truck knowledge is ideal but not necessary.
• Maintains sufficient personally owned tools.
• Must pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Follows National DOT guidelines and tests for marijuana.

Responsabilidades

• Position the damaged vehicle onto the frame rack using clamps and chains.
• Measure and pinpoint misaligned sections with specialized equipment and blueprints.
• Use hydraulic presses and frame racks to restore frame to original shape and specs.
• Remove or replace damaged body panels and structural parts, applying welding where needed.
• Work with mild steels, high-strength steels, and aluminum, using appropriate joining techniques.
• Conduct post-repair inspections to ensure safety and quality, including road tests if needed.
• Document repairs and parts used for each vehicle.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety policies.
• Communicate status with shop foreman and learn new techniques.
• Complete tasks efficiently and on time.

Conocimientos

Frame rack experience

Heavy/MD truck knowledge

Shop equipment proficiency

Attention to detail

Team oriented

Herramientas

Welding equipment

Frame straightening tools

Descripción del empleo

Fyda Freightliner Columbus is seeking an experienced Technician to straighten damaged frames on heavy- and medium-duty trucks and perform related body repairs. You will use frame racks, hydraulic presses, and blueprints to restore frames to specification, replacing panels and applying welds when needed.

You will work with various materials including steels and aluminum, conduct post-repair inspections, document parts used, and communicate progress to the shop foreman.