41838 Automotive Body Technician

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:  

• Examine damaged vehicles and estimate repair costs.
• Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window-and-seat-operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle body and fenders.
• Fill depressions with body filler.
• Remove damaged fenders, panels
• Bolt or weld replacement parts in position, using wrenches or welding equipment.
• Straighten bent automobile frames.
• File, grind and sand repaired surfaces.
• Refinish repaired surface.
• Aim headlights, align wheels, and bleed hydraulic brake system.
• Paint surfaces after performing body repairs.
• Repair or replace defective mechanical parts

• Two years of experience as a vehicle body repairer or apprentice. 
  Working knowledge of all aspects of repairs for damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles. 
  Valid driver's license. 
  Ability to interpret vendor catalogs.