Body Shop Technician

Body and Paint Technician

Join Transdev as a Body and Paint Technician and perform painting and body repair work on vehicles, as well as maintain and repair bus seating, flooring, windows, mirrors, and other glass.

Body and Paint Technician major responsibilities

• Independently performs painting and body repair work on vehicles at a highly specialized, skilled level; estimates extent of damage and repair costs;

• Maintain and repair flooring;

• Perform highly detailed inspections of body damage;

• Estimate the extent of body damage and repair costs;

• Prep and paint vehicle surfaces and parts with a variety of paints;

• Fit and replace panels; repair body dents and scratches;

• Weld with gas and arc equipment;

• Fabricate new seat covering and repair and replace damaged seats, including belts and other seat attachments;

• Replace damaged windows, mirrors, and other glass;

• Maintain safe and organized work environment;

• Operate all tools and equipment necessary to complete the tasks assigned;

• Provide recommendations for tools and supplies that are needed for repairs;

• Keep records of repair work, time, and materials as directed;

• May provide emergency road service and conduct road tests;

• Perform other work as assigned or required.

Body and Paint Technician job requirements

• Ability to accurately diagnose and repair a variety of body and interior damage without guidance;

• Knowledge of body repair methods;

• Skill in the use of welding equipment;

• Skill in the use of painting, sanding, and buffing equipment;

• Skill in the use of tools associated with body repair;

• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math skills;

• Ability to perform written estimates:

• Ability to read, understand, and safely follow manuals;

• Successful completion of study program that focused on Collision Repair and Refinishing;

• Ability to pass and maintain two Collision Repair and Refinish (B2-B5) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification;

• Must possess a valid driver's license; current CDL or ability to obtain one;

• Must provide tools required to complete repairs.

• Be subject to a drug test

Pay rate: $32/hr

About Transdev

Based near Chicago, Transdev is the largest private-sector operator of multiple modes of transit in North America, including bus, rail, streetcar, paratransit, and shuttle services. Transdev is committed to being the trusted partner of cities and transit authorities through quality execution and innovations in mobility. Its parent company, Transdev Group, is a leading global operator and integrator of mobility operating in 17 countries and provides passengers every day the freedom to connect to what they care about in their cities.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.  Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

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Job Category: Mechanics/Technicians

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 3229

Pay Group: UD5

Cost Center: 55373

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at ~~~ or watch an overview video.