Body Tech Apprentice - Part Time in Tacoma, Washington at Puget Collision

Auto Body Collision Repair: Body Technician Apprentice

The Body Technician Apprentice is an in-training position, responsible for completing automobile collision body repairs as listed on the Repair Order under the supervision of a Body Technician.

** Part Time (Less than 30 hours per week) **

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure repairs adhere to OE standards, DRP part choices, and ADAS requirements for calibrations and scanning, verifying a quality and safe repair.
• Complete disassembly of vehicles
• Refit new parts such as bumpers, fenders, grills, moldings, and other bolt-on items.
• Complete all repairs in a manner in which the repaired areas are restored to the original manufacturer’s specifications, including door, hood and deck alignments, chassis, and frame measurements, and welded on unibody parts.
• Assist the Body Technician in checking all parts for accuracy before starting the repair and notify appropriately of any incorrect parts or other discrepancies.
• Work efficiently to meet the target date assigned
• Assume responsibility for all parts assigned to your portion of the job(s)
• Protect the interior and exterior non-repair areas of all vehicles in repair from additional damage, including dust, dirt, scratches, primer, overspray.

Skills/Qualifications:

• I-CAR certification earned within 1st year of employment.
• The ability to read and follow instructions precisely and to work independently as well as with others in an organized manner is essential.
• The ability to produce within a specified timeframe and/or deadline and be capable of operating in a fast-paced, performance-driven team environment.

Behavioral Excellence Required:

• Perform all assigned responsibilities according to the Company Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area always, adhering to 5S organization.
• Participate in training programs as required to maintain the technical and professional skills and techniques necessary for this position.
• Extend normal working hours as necessary to accommodate workload and customer requirements.