Auto Body Worker

• Estimate repair cost based on damage examination report

• Inspect repaired vehicles

• Plan repair work to be performed

• Professionalism in customer service

• Clean and maintain work space

• Instruct apprentices

• Replace front end components, body components, doors and frame and underbody components

• File, grind and sand body surfaces to be repaired

• Mask and tape auto body surfaces in preparation for painting

• Hammer out dents, buckles and defects using blocks and hammers

• Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills and bolt or weld replacement parts into place

• Apply primers and repaint surfaces

• Repair or replace interior components

• Repair or replace damaged windows, windshields and sunroofs

• Mix paint, blend and match colors

• Operate soldering equipment or use plastic filler to fill holes, dents and seams

• Straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring equipment

• Prepare, clean and sand surfaces to be painted

Requirements

• No degree, certificate or diploma required.

• Must have a minimum of 5 years experience in the same occupation.

• Area of work experience includes installation and repair of doors and frames, frame straightening, metal cutting, paint spraying, underbody components, unibody machine operation, and welding.

• Criminal record check required

• Work conditions and physical capabilities include working in a fast-paced environment, performing physically demanding tasks, demonstrating strong attention to detail, and being able to bend, crouch, and kneel, as well as stand for extended periods.

• Must be able to have basic tools.

• Personal suitability includes being accurate, dependable, flexible, reliable, and a team player.

• Must be able to communicate in English.

Benefits

• Dental plan

• Health care plan

• Life insurance

• Long-term care insurance