Body Shop Apprentice

7 days ago

Ithaca, United States Maguire Automotive Group Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Summary:

The Body Shop Apprentice repairs damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles in accordance with factory and dealership specifications, using hand tools and power tools and under the supervision of the Body Shop Technicians

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Additional duties as assigned)

  • Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window-and-seat-operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle body and fenders.
  • Position dolly block against surface of dented area and beat opposite surface with a hammer to remove dents.
  • Fill depressions with body filler using a putty knife.
  • Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills using wrenches and cutting torch.
  • Bolt or weld replacement parts in position using wrenches or welding equipment.
  • Straighten bent automobile frames using a pneumatic frame straightening machine.
  • File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools.
  • Refinish repaired surface using a sander and paint spray gun.
  • Aim headlights, align wheels, and bleed hydraulic brake system.
  • Paint surfaces after repairing body parts.
  • Replace or repair defective mechanical parts.
  • Maintain CSI in top 10% of group.
  • Adhere to dealership policies and procedures set forth by dealership management and manufacturer specifications.

Required Experience and Education:

  • High School Diploma or General Educational Diploma (GED)
  • Two years of experience as a technician or apprentice is required.

Additional Requirements:

  • Valid New York State Driver License.

Required Skills and Attributes:

  • Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
  • Working knowledge of all aspects of repairs for damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles.
  • Ability to interpret vendor catalogs.
  • Must have knowledge of machines, tools including their designs, uses, repairs and maintenance.
  • Time-management and organizational abilities.
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
  • Attention to detail.

Additional Requirements:

  • Valid New York State Driver License.

Equipment, Machines and Software Used:

  • Computer software: Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Outlook, and CDK.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, use hands to finger, grasp, handle or feel, push, pull, reach, crouch, bend, kneel, climb, and perform repetitive motions of the hands and/or wrists.

Physical Exertion:

  • Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 70 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
  • Light exertion can involve sitting, walking and/or standing most of the time.

Environmental Conditions:

  • Will be exposed to noise, vibrations, dust, exhaust fumes, paint and other hazardous or nonhazardous materials.
  • Must wear all protective equipment required for the position. (i.e., respirators, glasses, earplugs, paint suits, hoods, etc.).

Hazards and Safety Precautions:

  • Hazards: Slips, trips and falls, ergonomic injuries, and occasional lifting.
  • Safety Precautions: Breaks are encouraged to allow for stretching and training is provided covering slips, trips, and falls, safe lifting and stretching techniques.
Disclaimer:

  • All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
  • This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
  • The firm reserves the right to add to or revise an employee's job duties at any time at its sole discretion.
  • This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.


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