What are the responsibilities and job description for the Body Shop Technician position at Pace Transportation Services?
Body Shop Technician
About Pace:
Join a great team! Pace Transportation Services is a full line Semi Trailer Dealer that has been around for nearly 40 years. Pace focuses on Sales, Service, Parts, and Leasing for the heavy-duty vehicle aftermarket. Pace is actively seeking hard-working and experienced Body Shop Technicians who are passionate about growing their career!
Join a great team! Pace Transportation Services is a full line Semi Trailer Dealer that has been around for nearly 40 years. Pace focuses on Sales, Service, Parts, and Leasing for the heavy-duty vehicle aftermarket. Pace is actively seeking hard-working and experienced Body Shop Technicians who are passionate about growing their career!
Position Summary:
Body Shop Technicians are responsible for all aspects of truck and trailer body maintenance and repair, including but not limited to the adjustment and replacement of truck and trailer equipment including fiberglass repair, sheet metal repair, composite bonding, welding/fabricating, frame straightening/alignment, surface paint preparation, and more.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Perform all levels of heavy-duty truck and trailer collision repair services.
- Examine and identify parts required for repair of heavy-duty truck and trailer units.
- Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and tools.
- Perform preventative maintenance and complete all refinish operations as described in the work order.
- Thoroughly mix, color match, and refinish each vehicle to restore it to pre-accident condition.
- Consistently utilize all required safety equipment and properly dispose of hazardous waste.
- Review body work for quality and completeness and test equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- 2 years of experience with heavy-duty truck/trailer body repair.
- Completion of a vocational or other post-secondary training program.
- Trailer body and/or welding and fabrication experience.
- Having your own hand tools is a plus, but not all required (larger equipment/tools will be supplied by the company).
- Ability to operate heavy duty equipment.
- Time management skills.
- Basic computer skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift/carry up to 25lbs frequently.
- Must be able to lift/carry up to 75lbs occasionally.
- Must be able to lift/carry up to 100lbs infrequently.
Why work with us?
- Competitive weekly compensation, negotiable based on experience.
- Competitive Benefits (affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with match & more!)
- Generous PTO and Paid Holidays.
- Parental Leave after 6 Months of Hire.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Stable company with opportunities to gain experience professionally.
- Positive growing company culture.
About HTI:
Pace Transportation Services is a division of Hinton Transportation Investments, Inc. (HTI). HTI is an industry leader in heavy-duty truck and trailer parts sales. The organization has over 30 locations nationwide and globally. HTI prides itself on internal upward mobility – leading to more opportunities for YOU!
Pace Transportation Services is a division of Hinton Transportation Investments, Inc. (HTI). HTI is an industry leader in heavy-duty truck and trailer parts sales. The organization has over 30 locations nationwide and globally. HTI prides itself on internal upward mobility – leading to more opportunities for YOU!
Hinton Transportation Investments is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
