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Collision Repair And Refinish Technician

Transwest

  • Wathena, KS
  • 6 days ago

    Highlights

    Summit Truck Bodies, LLC, a quality manufacturer of custom designed service and lube truck bodies, is expanding its workforce due to increasing sales. Participate in all continuous improvement programs by offering suggestions and exhibiting initiative in areas within direct control.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWathena, KS
    IndustryAutomotive Sales and Repair Services
    Company Size100 to 499 employees
    Year Founded1990
    Websitehttps://www.transwest.com/

    Description

    Description

    Summit Truck Bodies, LLC, a quality manufacturer of custom designed service and lube truck bodies, is expanding its workforce due to increasing sales. If you are a motivated team player who is committed to producing a high-quality product on time and safely, we want you on our team. The Collision Repair and Refinish Technician position will prepare the body and components for painting.

    WE OFFER A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES INCLUDING:

    • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
    • Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance
    • 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution
    • HSA and/or FSA
    • Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
    • Employee Car Discount Program
    • Missouri Western State University Tuition Partnership

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Prepare work to be accomplished by studying work order, bill of materials and blueprints.
    • Responsible for sanding, masking and prepping bodies and parts before paintwork is started and completed.
    • Apply bondo/seam sealer and prepare for final finishing and sanding.
    • Wet sand and polish custom-colored bodies and doors.
    • Dispose of hazardous waste from the painting process in accordance with federal and state laws.
    • Observe health and safety by wearing a respirator, paint suits and all other PPE.
    • Maintain a clean and safe work area.
    • Participate in all continuous improvement programs by offering suggestions and exhibiting initiative in areas within direct control.
    • Other duties as assigned by the manager.

    Requirements

    WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

    • Frequent mobility and/or sitting, standing, bending or stooping for prolonged/extended periods.
    • Requires lifting up to 50 pounds frequently.
    • Requires working in areas which are not ventilated or air-conditioned.
    • Requires eye-hand coordination sufficient to operate machinery.
    • Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting, manual and finger dexterity.
    • Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
    • Requires working in a fast-paced environment.
    • Requires a normal range of hearing and vision.
    • Must understand vague and implicit instructions and react favorably in all work situations.
    • Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner.

    REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

    • High School diploma or equivalent.
    • Valid driver's license with good standing MVR.
    • Must have experience in paint, collision repair and/or related field.
    • Some technical training helpful.
    • Ability to use hand and power tools and equipment.
    • Ability to read gauges, measurement tools, blueprints and work orders.
    • Keen attention to detail is required.
    • Ability to successfully complete a General Abilities Assessment and pass a post-offer background check, physical and drug screen.

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    Benefits

    401K, Employee Referral Program, Employee Events, Life Insurance, Merchandise Discounts

    About Company

      

    OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

      
    A career at Transwest is your ticket to an exciting and rewarding future. Family owned and operated, Transwest has been a leader in the transportation industry in Colorado since the early 1990s. With an emphasis on hard work and community involvement, we have enjoyed tremendous growth, expanding our operations around the country and into nearly every sector of the industry, including vehicle sales, service, parts, manufacturing, logistics, and financing.

      

    As an employee of Transwest, you will not only help to fuel our growth as a company, you will have the opportunity to learn new skills and elevate your career to the next stage. We believe in rewarding hard work and commitment, and we will do what we can to maximize your potential. Come and be a part of something great. Apply today!

      

    We offer competitive wages and a full benefits package including medical, dental, life, disability insurance, 401(K), paid holidays, paid vacation/personal time, paid training for employees, including all ASE's, Transwest Toolbox Program for new technicians and employee vehicle discount program.

      

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    Why work for us?

    • 401K
    • Life Insurance
    • Medical, Dental, Vision
    • Mobile Phone Discount
    • Employee Events
    • Flexible Spend Account (FSA)
    • Long Term Disability
    • Merchandise Discounts
    • Vacation/PTO
    • Employee Referral Program
    • Paid Holidays
    • Health Savings Account (HSA)
    • Virtual visits to Dr. (When covered by the company-sponsored health plan)
    • Short Term Disability
    • Aflac
    • Homeownership Benefit Program
    • Childcare discount and reimbursements  (Ask Transwest for more details)

      

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