Body Shop Technician

Tom Holzer Ford is one of Michigan s largest Ford Dealers in both Sales and Service. We are looking for diverse and dynamic individuals who want to be part of a winning team. Tom Holzer is focused on creating an amazing work environment for our employees because we realize that they are our greatest asset! Over the years our employees have helped us become the proud recipients of a range of awards and exclusive benchmarks including the Ford President s Award! If you are looking for an opportunity with excellent career growth while working for a company that is family owned then join our team and help us grow to the next level! What We re Looking For: The technician repairs, refinishes damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles in accordance with factory and dealership specifications, using handtools, power tools, and spray painting equipment. Technician will also do dealer prep work. What We Offer: * Medical, dental, vision insurance * Vacation/holiday pay when eligible * 401k with company match * Opportunities for advancement * Prescription Insurance * Medical Insurance * Dental Insurance * Long Term Disability Insurance * Short Term Disability Insurance * Life Insurance * Uniforms Provided * Performance Bonus * Highly Equipped Facility * Expanded Facility * Fair Encouraging Managers Responsibilities: * Stay up to date on the latest repair methods and techniques for the vehicles sold and serviced by the dealership * Perform all body and fender repairs according to estimate and supplement as necessary * Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy * Perform welding, soldering, body alignment and oxidizing operations * Diagnose the cause of malfunction and perform needed repair * Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts * Examine vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required * Advise Body Shop Manager if additional work is needed * Use basic mathematical skills to solve simple equations for mixing chemicals * Follow factory and dealership procedures when performing warranty work * Save and tag all warranty parts for storage * Is familiar with the latest technical bulletins, service manuals and other service publications * Attend factory sponsored training classes and keeps abreast of factory technical bulletins * Operate all equipment in Body Shop in a safe and productive manner * Maintain his stall in an orderly and clean manner * Use discretion in using company materials and supplies * Light painting, if deemed qualified and necessary by the Manager * Ensure customer s cars are kept clean * Document all work performed as soon as the job is completed * Understands and follow federal, state and local regulations, such as the disposal of hazardous waste * Will secure permission from management and write up an RO before doing any work on personal vehicle
Associated topics: coater, dirt, grit ballast, painter, plater, polish, refinish, repaint, spray, wax