Job Description

The Kia Store Body Shop Technicians are responsible for all aspects of vehicle repair and maintenance. Duties may include the overhaul, adjustment, replacement and repair of all series of automotive and light duty truck equipment including, but not limited to the following: Cab/ Sheet Metal Repair, Fiberglass Repair, Composite Bonding/ Repair, Welding/ Fabricating, Frame Straightening/ Alignment, Suspension Repair/ Alignment, Box Repair/ Replacement, Air Conditioning Systems, Electrical/ Brake/Cooling Systems.

Major Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair full-frame vehicles and uni-body structural damage
• Perform all levels of Automotive Collision Repair services
• Repair and replace body panels
• Replace damaged wiring harnesses or reinstall harnesses after body repair
• Remove and reinstall interiors
• Maintain work area appearance and safety
• Road test vehicles when necessary
• Perform duties with little or no supervision and in a timely and efficient manner
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor
• Blocking and glazing
• Crease repair
• Stud welding
• Recreating body lines
• Plastic repair
• Body filler

Qualifications/Experience

• 2-3 years practical experience (or an equivalent combination of related education and experience)
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Vocational/technical school preferred
• Specialized training and experience in the repair/refinish of all series of truck and trailer required
• Proficiency in the use of all tools of trade (including welding equipment, paint equipment, shop machines, and power tools) required
• Current CDL license with air brake certification
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job

Physical Requirements

• The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The associate will be required to remember and understand certain instructions, guidelines or other information. The associate must be able to see and verbally communicate. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Supplemental Pay:

• Commission pay

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