auto Technician
• Using manual and computerized diagnostic methods to identify potential problems in a car
• Explaining mechanical problems and possible solutions to clients
• Planning work and testing procedures using charts, experience and other organizational methods
• Testing parts and systems to ensure they work correctly
• Ensuring all critical parts are checked and tested
• Performing basic automotive care, including changing oil and rotating tires
• Repairing or replacing worn, old or defective parts of a car
• Repairing or modifying a car to a client’s specifications, if possible
Auto Body Technician
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Repairs vehicles per estimate and according to manufacturer standards.
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Checks parts against estimate and ensures proper parts are ordered and received.
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Prepares vehicles for body repair work.
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Notifies management of any additional repairs needed.
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Notifies management of any difficulties or problems that may prevent a quality job from being performed or cause a change in the promised time.
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Maintains tools and equipment in a proper state of repair.
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Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective equipment, including respirator, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
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Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners and other hazardous materials. Reports any deviations to management.
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Cooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehicles.
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Understands, keeps abreast of and complies with federal, state and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know etc.
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Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
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Other tasks as assigned.
Upholster
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Meeting with clients and design agents to discuss upholstery ideas.
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Interpreting design orders and creating upholstery stencils.
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Selecting and sourcing upholstery materials.
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Dismantling vehicle for upholstery preparation.
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Measuring and cutting leather or fabric with the aid of design stencils.
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Installing foam and batting to the vehicle framework.
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Installing and repairing vehicle webbing and seating springs.
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Stretching out and installing fabric or leather coverings.
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Stitching, gluing, and nailing fabric into place.
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Smoothing out imperfections.
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Conducting quality checks on completed orders.
Welders
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Assess welded surfaces, frames/chassis and components
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Sheet Metal Repairs
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Floor Pan & Quarter Panel installation
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Follow and enforce strict safety regulations such as wearing heat-resistant gloves, protective masks, and safety shoes.
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Weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.
