Body Shop Technician

Knowledge and Experience:

• Five (5) years progressive heavy equipment body/collision repair and refinishing required.
• Two (2) years technical degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Additional training from mechanical/technical schools, courses or seminars desirable.
• High school diploma or GED and valid Nevada driver's license required.
• Experience with paint mixing/color matching, spot blending required.
• Must have an in-depth understanding of the design, adjustment, and repair of ADA safety equipment including but not limited to; ADA securement devices, doors and sensitive edges, wheelchair ramp functions.
• Must be able to work amid constant interruptions, have ability to prioritize and be detail oriented.
• Must have leadership skills and ability to mentor and provide instruction.
• Must have good communication skills, ability to both verbally and in written format document questions and diagnostic information to management personnel.
• Must be able to perform physical activities including working on top of coaches and lifting up to seventy-five (75) pounds.
• Must be flexible and work in a 24/7 environment.
• Must have clean driving record and be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License, Class B with passenger endorsement.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Skills:

• Evidence of a "safety first" attitude
• Must have computer skills for the ability to diagnose all sub-components of a Transit coach
• Must have ability to understand and follow schematics
• Intermediate level computer skills (including Microsoft applications)
• Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity
• Detail-oriented, resourceful, diligent and able to operate independently with limited supervision (completing assigned work accurately and in a timely manner)
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Sound judgement; Good problem-solving and analytical skills (troubleshoot technical issues, communicate and document solutions to non-technical parties)
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be flexible and work in a 24/7 environment

Key Accountabilities:  

• Examines damage vehicle and efficiently plans repair process.
• Provides assessment and evaluation of major collision damages.
• Creates parts requests for accident damages and works with parts department to ensure timely order and follow up of required parts.
• Performs major frame and structural damage repairs.
• Performs welding with MIG, TIG and stick welder equipment.
• Uses oxygen/acetylene welding equipment to braze and solder.
• Repairs coaches concentrating on major complicated/complex problems including but are not limited to; ADA equipment, chassis, doors, safety equipment, sensitive edges, wheelchair ramp.
• Performs upgrades and/or modifications on coach systems and equipment per manufactures recommendations or client requests.
• Performs all aspects of paint work, verifies proper surface preparation, color matches, spot repairs and full body applications.
• Records all labor in OCTA and provides comprehensive repairs notes.
• Works and communicates with others on vehicle repair status.
• Performs quality repair while keeping on-time status in mind.
• Makes decisions on repair VS. Considering safety, cost and cycle time.
• Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical, hydraulic equipment and trim to gain access to all parts of vehicle.
• Files, grinds and sands, repairs, and paint surfaces using power tools and hand tools.
• Familiar with all aspects of collision repair including frame repair, welding, bondo, prep work, sanding, primer and paint.