Body Shop Hourly Details

Body Shop Hourly

Gregg Young Chevrolet Inc - Norwalk, IA

Employment Type : Full-Time

Gregg Young Chevrolet of Norwalk is seeking a detailed and organized Body Shop Tear Down Tech/ Apprentice. This candidate will be primarily responsible for disassembly of vehicles to identify hidden damage. As an apprentice, this candidate will learn from an experienced Technician how to properly repair a vehicle involved in a collision.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete tear down process on vehicles for estimate review.
• Assist Body Technician and/ or Estimator in identifying hidden/ additional damage.
• Review estimate to ensure all parts/ repairs have been identified.
• Identify all areas of the repair that may require additional/ supplemental attention.
• Utilize air sanders, spray guns, sanding blocks, etc.
• Prep and prime repairs.
• Ensure that all repair operations are complete and ready for paint shop.
• Work side by side with experienced techs to acquire repair knowledge.
• Reassemble vehicle post repair.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager, etc.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of vocational program preferred, but not required.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs or more.
• Able to work in fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Clean and valid driver’s license.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical/dental/vision.
• Short term/long term disability and life insurance benefits.
• 401k retirement plan with matching contributions.
• Paid training and continued training.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• GM Employee Purchase Program.
• Closed Sundays and major holidays.

This position is a full-time position at our Norwalk, Iowa location, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with a starting pay of $15/hour.

All applicants must pass a pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Gregg Young Auto Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gregg Young Auto Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.