Autobody Repair Technician

Overview

Autobody Repair Technician role at DeKalb County Government. The purpose of this classification is to repair body damage to County-owned vehicles and equipment.

• Assesss vehicle and equipment damage; estimate time and material needed to complete repairs; update and maintain related work orders; and coordinate with supervisor to order parts and supplies.
• Repair structural and mechanical damages; straighten, repair and align metal frames, unibody, and body pillars; perform glasswork; fill dents; sand and grind surfaces; apply primer, paint, and detail features; buff surfaces; upholstery; and update and maintain related work orders.
• Repair electrical, suspension, air conditioner, and exhaust systems as needed; perform electrical repairs on damaged and broken wires, bulbs, lights, and sockets; diagnose and repair air conditioner problems.
• Operate or use various equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies to complete work assignments; operate and maintain hydraulic benders, grinders, spray painters, and other power or motorized equipment.

• High school diploma or GED required, with vocational or technical training in automotive body repair or a related field; two years of experience in auto body repair or automotive maintenance; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Government Administration