Body Shop Technician

Salem, OH
Full Time

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We are looking for a Body Shop Technician to join our growing team! The right candidate will have a background in paint repair and a positive attitude in the workplace. The day-to-day duties of this role include performing quality paint applications, accurately evaluating the repair order, and arranging timely delivery of paint and necessary materials. 
 
BENEFITS
 
Responsibilities
  • Promote an understanding of and strong dedication to client happiness
  • Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge sufficient to properly and deftly complete painting assignments
  • Align with all applicable company and legal requirements controlling vehicle repairs
  • Accurately evaluate nature and extent of work described on repair order; notifying estimator if portions of work are not necessary or additional materials/work are needed
  • Plan efficient work procedures using technical manuals and knowledge of surface preparations and painting techniques; arranging to obtain timely delivery of paint and necessary materials
  • Perform quality paint application within timeframe and material allowances as well as according to guidelines by efficiently using appropriate/allocated tools
  • Utilize protective supplies as appropriate to ensure cleanliness of vehicle
  • Operate lifting and moving devices to move materials and equipment and access areas
  • Responsible for cleaning, sanding, and applying chemical solutions to prepare and condition surfaces prior to painting
  • Mask and cover surfaces not to be painted; removing accessories such as chrome, mirrors and windshield wipers
  • Mix and thin paint or other coating to specified color and consistency according to standard formulas or color charts
  • Spray specified amount or thickness of primer, protective, decorative, or finish coatings, such as paint, lacquer, sealer, or enamel, onto prepared surfaces
Qualifications
  • Education and/or experience in paint repair
  • A high school diploma or the equivalent
  • Understanding and compliance with safety rules and practices as well as posted work rules and procedures
  • Positive outlook with a high-energy personality
  • Ability to read and comprehend instructions
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and critical thinking
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
 
 

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