Collision Center- Body Tech
Jordan Ford - Collision Center
San Antonio, Texas
GENERAL SUMMARY
Provides automotive repairs related to removal/replacement/repair and preparation of damaged components, and aligns vehicle frames/unibody components to manufacture specifications, and works within manufacturer and industry established quality and time standards. Complies with manufacturer and dealer safety and environmental programs and practices.
Reports To: Body Shop Manager or Body Shop Foreman
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Achieving High Standards
- Works with body shop management to develop and achieve challenging individual goals for production and quality work.
- Road tests vehicles to ensure repairs are completed properly.
- Completes repair assignments correctly to pass quality inspections, preparation standards for painting department, and per agreed upon estimate.
- Collects all necessary information before requesting additional parts.
- Meets or exceeds productivity goals.
- Notifies manager or shop foreman promptly when undiscovered damage or other delays occur.
- Maintains cleanliness of the customer's vehicle.
- Submits all claims promptly.
- Handling Pressure
- Effectively handles and implements changes in body shop.
- Managing Complexity
- Prioritizes work to meet demands and customer needs; plans ahead to complete work in allotted time frames.
- Makes decisions regarding repair options; asks for assistance if necessary.
- Completes repair orders within specified time frame, foresees delays, and alerts appropriate personnel promptly.
- Takes necessary steps to minimize time spent waiting for parts, add-on or authorizations, etc.
- Coordinates with parts body shop parts counterperson to ensure parts are available to complete repair in time allotted.
- Understanding and Using Business Knowledge
- Follows all hazardous waste and OSHA safety regulations and company policies.
- Follows safety rules and regulations.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- High School degree or equivalent preferred
- Other certifications or licenses as required by state law
- Valid driver’s license
- ICAR certifications preferred
- ASE certification preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Moving about the dealership to complete auto body repair
- Using hand and/or power tools and equipment consistent with industry standards
- Using computer to look up information
- Utilizing physical and manual dexterity
- Lifting up to 70 lbs.
- Moving vehicles in and out of service bays
- Driving vehicles for road tests