Body Shop Technician

First for a reason

First Student is the largest school transportation provider in North America with more than a century of experience providing safe and reliable transportation. We work with 1,250 school districts in 39 states and 8 Canadian provinces carrying approximately five million students in 21,000 schools daily.

First things First: Who are we? 

First Student is the leading school transportation solutions provider in North America. Every day, we complete 5 million student journeys, moving more passengers than all U.S. airlines combined. With a team of highly trained drivers and the industry's strongest safety record, First Student delivers reliable, quality services to 1,100 school districts. 

Why join First as an Auto Body Technician? 
 

• Competitive wages based on experience and qualifications
• Company-paid ASE testing and training materials
• Consistent year-round work
• Full-time shift schedule of Monday-Friday 7am to 3:30pm
• Tremendous career advancement opportunities
• Benefits including medical, dental and vision
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
• State-of-the-art training programs

About the Position
 

• Inspects body damage to determine feasibility and best method of repairs. May use metal forming and
  cutting tools to perform repairs.
• Performs damaged sheet metal and body repairs. Removes, replaces, or repairs body parts using
  hand and power tools.
• Removes, installs, adjusts, and aligns body components. May repair locks, latches, and other
  accessory body parts. May perform glass and upholstery repairs.
• Documents all repair and maintenance actions on Work Orders, including parts and materials used,
  time expended, and pertinent comments. Ensures the accuracy and completeness of all
  documentation and fleet MIS entries prior to release of the vehicle.
• Ensures vehicle security and safety while in shop. Adheres to all Governmental rules and Shop safety
  practices relating to operation of shop tools, use of personal safety devices, housekeeping, and
  health. Follows all environmental practices regarding proper handling and disposal of all waste
  streams.
• Provides written estimates of repair when requested.
• Communicates and adheres to Injury Prevention (IP) standards.
• Perform automotive body and related repairs
• Remove, install, adjust, and align body components
• Document all repair and maintenance actions on work orders
• Provide written estimates of repair

Qualifications 
 

• Valid driver's license required
• Auto Body & Collision Damage repair education
• Previous work experience in an auto body repair
• Willingness to participate in ASE certification program.
• Training, testing, and bonuses provided!

Get your career on the road with First Student!