B/S TECHNICIAN

Job Details: Job Location: Gettel Chevrolet Buick GMC - Punta Gorda, FL, Salary Range: Undisclosed, At Gettel, our associates are our most valuable resource and growth is encouraged through diligence, teamwork & creativity. We offer a variety of training for everyone from Managers to Technicians; Gettel U and the Gettel Edge Program can provide you with the tools needed to take that next step.  Above all, we have highest standard of honesty and integrity when conducting business. We are committed to an environment where the customer is always treated with respect and dignity... If you have an interest in automotive and a desire to develop a career in the industry, apply today!

What We Offer

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Health Savings & Flex Spending Accounts
Short & Long Term Disability 
401K Plan
Holiday Pay
Personal & Sick Days
Paid Vacation
Paid Training
Growth Opportunities
Flexible Work Schedules
Discounts on products & services
Employee vehicle purchase plans
Saturday Lunches
Accident & Critical Care Plans

Qualifications:

Duties and Responsibilities:

Make proper repairs to company guidelines and to meet company standards of quality, restoring frame and unibody vehicles to proper (manufacture’s) specifications using proper techniques and equipment.
Remove and replace sheet metal, glass and cosmetic parts as necessary.
Straighten/repair damaged panels and parts as necessary.
Bench vehicles and conduct pulls on vehicles as necessary.
Measure and document vehicle dimensions when required.
Restore and/or maintain vehicle corrosion protection (i.e.: undercoating, cavity wax).
Assist with smooth flow of work through the shop.
Maintain work area in clean and safe condition.
Keep Estimator/Writer and Production Manager aware of work status on all jobs.
Alert the Estimator/Writer and Production manager to any unusual problems or additional work needed on a vehicle.
Work with the Parts Department Associate to ensure correct, usable parts have been ordered and delivered.
Return all unused to the Parts Department.
Provide own tools (must be compatible with shop “Vacuum” system).    

Qualifications: Ability to read and comprehend instructions and estimate information.  Working knowledge of all aspects of repairing damaged vehicle body parts, unibody vehicles and body over frame vehicles. Must have a valid driver’s license.  Ability to use hand and power tools and other machinery in a safe manner.

Working Conditions: This is a physically demanding position.  Will stand six to eight hours per shift.  Will lift parts weighing up to 70 pounds.  Will use hand and power tools.  Will be exposed to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, paint and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials.