Body Technician Apprentice

Body Technician Apprentice
Every employee with the Feldman Automotive Group is absolutely critical to its success. Our rapid growth and fast-paced environment make this an awesome place to work. We now have 17 dealerships operating all across Michigan and Ohio. Happy employees make happy customers, and we reward individuals who are ready to work hard and stay motivated. Come join our team!
Core Values
1. Honesty and Integrity
2. Respectful
3. Fanatical attention to detail
4. Team Player
5. Fun & Enthusiastic
Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Training
• Master Tech Program: Service-based rewards system the adds up to trips and additional bonuses on an annual basis
• Holiday Bonus
• 401k with Company Match
• Employee Appreciation Lunches
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability

Responsibilities

• Stay up to date on the latest repair methods and techniques for the vehicles sold and serviced by the dealership
• Learn and train under experienced Body Technicians
• Learn to read a repair estimate
• 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

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have a valid driver's license
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Grade 12 with auto body & collision damage repair certificate OR 5 years of practical knowledge within an auto body repair facility