Body Shop Technician

Sullivan Automotive Group
19 Sandscreen Rd, Avon, CT
Full Time

Sullivan Auto Group are seeking a Body Shop Technician. The technician repairs, refinishes damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles in accordance with factory and dealership specifications, using hand tools, power tools, and spray painting equipment. The technician will also do dealer prep work.

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Stay up to date on the latest repair methods and techniques for the vehicles sold and serviced by the dealership
Perform all body and fender repairs according to estimate and supplement as necessary
Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy
Perform welding, soldering, body alignment and oxidizing operations
Diagnose the cause of malfunction and perform needed repair
Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts
Examine vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required
Advise Body Shop Manager if additional work is needed
Use basic mathematical skills to solve simple equations for mixing chemicals
Follow factory and dealership procedures when performing warranty work
Save and tag all warranty parts for storage
Is familiar with the latest technical bulletins, service manuals and other service publications
Attend factory sponsored training classes and keeps abreast of factory technical bulletins
Operate all equipment in Body Shop in a safe and productive manner
Maintain his stall in an orderly and clean manner
Use discretion in using company materials and supplies
Light painting, if deemed qualified and necessary by the Manager
Ensure customer’s cars are kept clean
Document all work performed as soon as the job is completed
Understands and follow federal, state and local regulations, such as the disposal of hazardous waste
Will secure permission from management and write up an RO before doing any work on personal vehicle

Qualifications

Be at least 18 years of age
Have a valid driver’s license and means of transportation to work
Must be able to pass a background check and drug test
High School Diploma or equivalent
Must have own tools
Grade 12 with auto body & collision damage repair certificate OR 5 years of practical knowledge within an auto body repair facility
ASE & icar certifications Credentials Preferred
Ability to read and follow collision damage estimates

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