Auto Body Repair Mechanic

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Job Title: Auto Body Repair Mechanic

Department: Mechanics - Power

Location:
Office Name: Seaboard Marine - PortMiami
Address: 1630 Port Boulevard
City: Miami-FL
Postal Code: 33132
Country: US

Description:

Long-term employment with opportunities for growth

We offer excellent benefits from day one, including:

  • 401(K) Retirement Saving Plan
  • Health, Dental and Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Other benefits

POSITION QUALIFIES FOR A $2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

POSITION SUMMARY:                

This position performs maintenance, repairs and body work to the company’s fleet. The fleet consists of vehicles, heavy equipment (top loaders, mules, forklifts, etc). To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

GEOGRAPHIC REGION:

Please note applications out of the geographic region for position applied will not be considered.

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:

 

Required:

  • Minimum of two (2) year of experience in auto body collision repair: sheet metal repair, composite repair/bonding, welding/fabrication, fiberglass repair and painting experience.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience as an automotive technician (automotive mechanic) OR completion of automotive tech/trade school
  • Working knowledge of all aspects of repairs for damaged vehicles including the ability to pull / replace rails and major body components.
  • Experience and ability to use common hand and power tools.
  • Must be able to read, write, and speak basic English.
  • Must be able to accurately process alpha/numeric information.
  • Strong communication skills (oral required; written preferred).
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule.
  • Ability to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, as needed.
  • Ability to work with limited supervision and strong initiative.
  • Organizational and time management skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to think logically and make sound decisions.
  • Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC card within 30 days of employment.

 

Preferred:

  • Basic Electric Certification.
  • Forklift experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary

  • Perform structural body work repair and finish to the fleet as needed.
  • Prepare fleet and surfaces for painting with spray gun or brush as appropriate.
  • Perform full maintenance of the company’s fleet (i.e., vehicles, mules, forklifts and top loaders). 
  • Diagnose and repair problems with heavy equipment and gas-powered equipment
  • Perform electric and hydraulic restoration
  • Overhaul and repair and/or rebuild all heavy equipment, such as gas powered and diesel engine equipment.
  • Perform routine maintenance checks on diesel engines and on fuel, brake, and transmission systems to ensure peak performance, safety, and longevity of the equipment.
  • Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards and maintain an awareness of surroundings (i.e. vehicles, equipment, etc.) at all times.

 

Secondary

  • Repair and provide maintenance to the Liebherr cranes.  
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • The employee is continuously required to stand, walk, talk, grasp, use repetitive wrist motion, and eye-hand coordination.
  • The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, bend forward, squat, twist, reach forward, and pinch.
  • The employee must occasionally lift, carry, and/or push and pull up to 50 pounds. 
  • The employee must occasionally kneel, crawl, reach overhead, use repetitive foot motion and eye-hand-foot coordination.
  • The employee is frequently required to lift up to 5 lbs, carry up to 10 lbs, and push / pull up to 20 lbs.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

 

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

 

  • Report safety hazards.
  • Immediately report incidents involving injury, illness, or property damage.
  • Wear appropriate PPE as instructed by immediate supervisor.
  • Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and rules.
  • Refuse any unsafe task or operation.
  • Participate in safety meetings and training.
  • Be constantly aware of their personal safety and that of their coworkers.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Receives direct supervision from the Mechanic’s Header and the Mechanic’s Manager. Does not exercise supervision over the Power Shop Department and/or any other department.

CONDITIONS:

  • The work is performed primarily in the shop/outdoors; exposed to all possible environmental factors          such as extreme heat, rain, wind and high humidity during day and night shifts.
  • The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.
  • The employee is occasionally exposed to dust, fumes, and airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
  • The employee will experience moderate vibration though out hands and body when operating power         tools and power industrial experience.

 

DISCLAIMER:

  • The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. 
  • The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
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