Body Shop Technician

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Body Shop Technician is responsible for repairing damaged vehicle bodies. They use specialized tools and techniques to restore vehicles to their original condition after accidents, collisions, or other damage. Their work often involves straightening frames, replacing panels, and repairing dents.

Responsibilities

• Inspect damaged vehicles to assess the extent of the damage.
• Straighten and align damaged frames using specialized equipment.
• Replace damaged body panels, doors, fenders, hoods, and other components.
• Repair dents, scratches, and other surface damage using various techniques.
• Apply primer, paint, and other finishes to repaired areas.
• Perform final inspections to ensure the vehicle is restored to its original condition.
• Maintain and repair shop equipment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates a high "HQ" (Hospitality Quotient) consisting of kindness & optimism, intellectual curiosity, work ethic, empathy, self-awareness, and integrity.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Completion of an automotive body repair program or equivalent experience.
• Strong mechanical and technical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Valid driver's license.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
• Ability to work in a noisy and sometimes dusty environment.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.

Benefits of Working at Swickard:

• Career Path - Swickard isn't just a J-O-B. You'll learn and grow into different roles and be able to take on new leadership responsibilities.
• Positive Culture - Be part of a supportive and collaborative team.
• Growth Opportunities - Opportunities for continued personal and professional growth.
• Competitive Compensation - Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company.

About Us

• We were founded in 2014 by Jeff Swickard in Wilsonville, OR.
• We're a hospitality company that happens to sell cars, parts, and service.
• We are a team. Everyone plays a role in our success.
• Culture: We want to be our customers' favorite place to purchase, lease, or service their vehicle and we want to be your favorite place to work!
• Highline Brands: Swickard has positioned itself as a leader in highline brands such as Mercedes Benz, BMW, Volvo, Porsche, Lexus, Audi, Land Rover, and more.
• We are consistently ranked as one of the fastest growing dealership groups in the US by Automotive News.

Most people have a stressful experience buying or servicing their car. It shouldn't be that way. We're looking for people as crazy as we are about revolutionizing the car-buying experience and it starts with hospitality. Hospitality isn't just what we do, it's who we are. We need exceptionally talented individuals to join our mission and embark on a challenging, rewarding career.

Do you have what it takes?

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Salary Description

$25-$30/hour (flat rate)