Body Shop Technician

Summary

The Body Shop Technician position is responsible for performing skilled body work on heavy-duty tractor and trailer equipment by using ATS and industry standard methods and criteria to ensure the tractor and trailer is safe to be on the road.

Education and Experience

Two year AAS Degree in medium / heavy truck diesel program and / or at least one year of equivalent experience in related field e.

g., automotive, medium / heavy equipment, repair / refinish of trucks and trailers, etc.

• Working knowledge of and demonstrated ability in tools of trade (including cutting and welding equipment, paint equipment, shop machines, and power tools) required.
• Knowledge of the manufacturer’s concepts and practices for the heavy trucking industry.
• Working Knowledge of DOT regulations and Out of Service parameters for tractors, trailers and accessorial equipment.
• Must be able to operate all related shop equipment.
• DOT certified and forklift certified preferred.
• Good communications skills (written, verbal, listening),
• A firm understanding of basic computer operations.
• Good decision-making, problem-solving, attention to detail and customer service skills (internal / external).
• Basic electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read installation manuals and understand manufacturer training.
• Working knowledge of computers including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Willing and able to travel infrequently, including overnight travel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform skilled body work on heavy-duty truck equipment and related components with minimum supervision.
• Review each repair order, work order, and estimator's notes to understand repairs needed prior to beginning work on the tractor or trailer.
• All repairs must be completed according to the documentation on the repair order or the supplement.
• Identify parts for cut-in and edging and blending panel repairs and painting.
• Perform all repair procedures according to factory specifications and company policy.
• Re-assemble painted vehicle and painted parts.
• Perform trouble shooting on major problems.
• Maintains a neat and orderly working area and properly handle company tools.
• Advise the Maintenance Service Leader if additional repair work is necessary.
• Identify components that need new parts or need to be replaced and place orders as necessary.
• Perform repairs with fiberglass, composite and bonding materials / plastic EPW.
• Performs repairs following ATS procedures within standard job times to get the drivers back on the road as soon as possible.
• Wear all required PPE at all times.
• Ensure safety procedures are implemented and followed.
• Must meet productivity standards.
• Participate in online OEM training such as After Market Resource (ARC) from Freightliner and hands on training provided by OEM and Factory.
• Must furnish basic tools and ATS will provide specialty tools to perform functions of the position.
• Maintains favorable relationships with customers.
• Meet all ATS and department objectives and deadlines.
• Follow all ATS and department policies and procedures.
• Work within budget that is set for the department.
• Charge out all parts used on trucks and trailers.
• In support of ATS’s culture, all employees are expected to consistently, effectively and reliably perform in accordance with the Company’s values as set forth in our core competencies and behaviors (All Employee Competencies).
• Required to work occasional overtime, Saturdays and other shift vacancies as needed.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Constantly positioning self under, on top of, or in awkward positions to work on equipment.

Frequently moving about to obtain tools, supplies, parts and to inspect equipment.

Constantly uses hand tools and power hand tools to repair equipment, manipulate parts into position or enter data into computer.

Constantly inspecting and assessing equipment to determine whether to replace or repair and the best approach to replace / repair.

Intermittently communicates with others regarding work questions, processes, procedures and timelines.

Must be able to move / position parts, tools equipment :

• From 1 to 10 lbs. Frequently
• From 11 to 25 lbs. frequently
• From 25 to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Over 50 lbs. occasionally

Exposure to :

• Loud noises constantly requiring hearing protection.
• Temperature extremes intermittently due to outside weather conditions.
• Dirt, dust, grease, chemicals and odors constantly.
• Situations requiring eye protection and steel toed boots and when welding, an approved shield.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

EEO and Affirmative Action Statement

It is the policy of the ATS to provide for and promote equal employment opportunity in employment compensation and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, Vietnam Era Veteran status, genetic predisposition, or carrier status.

The ATS designated person for issues concerning Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity is Director of Human Resources at 320-255-7400.

ATS is committed to assuring equal employment opportunity and equal access to services, programs and activities for individuals with disabilities.

It is the policy of the ATS to provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified individual with a disability to enable such individual to perform the essential functions of the position for which he / she is applying or in which he / she is employed.

The policy applies to all employment practices and actions. It includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, job application process, examination and testing, hiring, training, disciplinary actions, rate of pay or other compensation, advancement, classification, transfer, reassignment and promotions.