Automotive Body Shop Technician
BMW
- South Bend, IN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life insurance and Disability
- $0 deductible opportunity with annual wellness screening
- 401K
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Training
- Sign on bonus baed on experience!
- Welding, suspension, and framework experience is required
- I-Car Certification
- ASE Certifications: Damage Analysis and Estimating, Mechanical and Electrical Components, Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair and State Vehicle Inspector are a plus!
- Certifications listed above or equivalent experience
- Eagerness to learn, train, and improve
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Identify and resolve parts required for repair; review repair orders, work order, and Body Shop Managers estimate notes; follow warranty guidelines; notify supervisor of any repair add-ons.
- Adjust, replace, and repair all series of truck and trailer equipment (e.g., sheet metal repairs, fiberglass/ panel repairs, fabrication and structural welding, installation and alignment of truck cab body components, electrical and mechanical repairs, etc.).
- Road test vehicles when necessary to ensure quality repair.
- Maintain current knowledge of job and technical skills including truck manufacturer’s repair process.
- Perform work as outlined on repair estimates with efficiency and accuracy in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
- Teardown and inspect for additional or hidden repairs.
- Advise body shop estimator of additional damage or supplemental needs or if repairs will not be completed on time.
- Lead work of any apprentice technicians and maintain ASE certifications.