Body Shop Technician Apprentice

Job Summary: The primary function of the Body Shop Technician Apprentice is to perform body work on customer equipment in a superior and thorough manner.

Duties and Responsibilities: Assist the Body Shop Manager with the care, storage and usage of all materials used in body work processes. Follows all safety standards set by applicable governmental guidelines, including state fire and health codes, and federal OSHA guidelines. Maintain regular working knowledge and familiarity with all EPA and OSHA documentation as required by applicable government health and safety regulations including OSHA and EPA guidelines. Perform work as directed by the Body Shop Manager in a timely and thorough manner. Maintain a superior standard of workmanship in all services performed. Advise the Body Shop Manager of any recommended changes in services ordered by the customer. Determine if any further service should be recommended to the customer and communicate such recommendations to the Body Shop Manager. Maintain a level of training and experience with specialized materials, equipment, machinery, and body working techniques necessary for superior servicing of the customer's equipment. Attend training sessions as required from time to time by the Body Shop Manager. Perform light detail work to include buffing, polishing decal removal and light interior detail. Performs additional services as required when any piece of equipment is returned by a customer because of the Body Shop Technician's faulty workmanship.

Qualifications: Ability to read, write, and comprehend English instructions and information. High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid driver's license and good driving record. 1-2 years' experience as a body repair technician or apprentice. Working knowledge of body repair methods. Ability to interpret vendor catalogs. Excellent organization and communication skills. Professional personal appearance.

Working Conditions: This is a physically demanding position. Will stand six to eight hours per shift. Will stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle and feel. Will lift parts weighing up to 50 pounds. Will be exposed to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, paint, and other hazardous and nonhazardous materials.

Benefits: Kenworth Sales Company promotes a progressive environment with an emphasis on teamwork, customer service, training and personal development. Stability – Company is financially strong with an established base of customers and is well-positioned for continued expansion. History of Excellence – Work for an award-winning dealership with a reputation for unsurpassed quality and customer service. Excellent compensation and benefits package including comprehensive Health and Dental insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) with FLEX Card, Group Life Insurance, Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Corporate Holidays, Paid Vacation and Personal Leave, 401(k) plan with company match, and Voluntary Supplemental Insurance plans. Veterans are encouraged to apply!

About the company: Kenworth Sales Company is a family of companies based in Salt Lake City, Utah of over 38 dealerships in the Intermountain West and Mid-Atlantic regions. An Equal Opportunity employer, Smoke Free/Drug Free Facility. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.