Auto Body Shop Heavy Body Mechanic

Job Description

Job DescriptionMUST BE LOCAL TO MERRICK!Key responsibilities include:

• Assessing damage
• Thoroughly inspecting vehicles to identify the extent of structural damage, including frame alignment issues, major panel damage, and potential safety concerns
• Frame straightening
• Utilizing specialized equipment like frame machines and pulling tools to realign bent or twisted frames to factory specifications
• Panel replacement
• Removing and replacing severely damaged body panels like doors, fenders, hoods, and roof sections using cutting and welding techniques
• Welding repairs
• Performing complex welding procedures to join new metal sections to existing frame or body parts, including spot welding, MIG welding, and TIG welding
• Metal fabrication
• Shaping and fitting replacement metal panels to match the vehicle's original contours using hand tools and power tools
• Body panel alignment
• Ensuring proper fit and alignment of replaced panels to maintain the vehicle's aesthetics and functionality
• Preparation for paint
• Grinding, sanding, and filling repaired areas to create a smooth surface ready for paint application
• Collaboration with other technicians
• Working closely with the owner, other auto body technicians like painters and detailers to complete the overall repair process

Required skills and qualifications:

• 5 years or more of extensive experience in auto body repair is a requirement.
• Ability to read, write and speak english fluently is a requirement
• A valid driver's license is required
• A strong understanding of vehicle construction, frame design, and collision repair techniques
• Advanced welding skills
• Proficiency in various welding methods, including MIG, TIG, and spot welding
• Metal fabrication skills
• Ability to shape and manipulate metal to create accurate replacements for damaged parts
• Precise measuring and alignment skills
• Accuracy in using measuring tools to ensure proper frame alignment and panel fit
• Physical strength and endurance
• Ability to handle heavy metal parts and perform demanding physical tasks
• Attention to detail
• High level of precision needed to achieve accurate repairs and quality finishes