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Midwest Transit Equipment

Body Shop Lead - 2nd Shift

Midwest Transit Equipment, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Body Shop Lead Technician - 2nd Shift

Kankakee, IL

Midwest Transit Equipment, Inc. seeks a Full Time Body Shop Lead Technician for our Kankakee, IL location. This is a 2nd Shift position working Monday - Friday 3pm - 11:30pm

Who we are For over 50 years, we have been known for our honesty and integrity in our dealings with both our manufacturers and customers. We take pride in our reputation for offering quality vehicles, exceptional service and affordable prices. We strive to emphasize excellence through our attention to detail and our quality service. We maintain thousands of vehicles at eight locations in five states and over 300 employees committed to providing safe, comfortable and reliable transportation for our customers around the world.

Who we are looking for We are looking for a Body Shop Lead Technician to perform a range of body repairs and refinish assignments such as painting, fiberglass work, and dent repair. With increasing responsibility the Body Shop Lead Tech must ensure all repairs are performed correctly and efficiently.

Duties and Requirements

Assign tasks to Body Shop Technicians

Remove dents and dings from vehicles

Repaint damaged exterior of vehicles

Remove damaged sections of vehicles and install replacement parts

Paint repaired parts and full vehicles

Complete tear down of vehicle for painting

Reassembly of vehicles after paint or complete repairs

Weld replacement parts into place

Install glass windows

Organize and coordinate work of damaged vehicles

Move vehicles in and out of paint booth

Use various tools and supplies to assist in removing dents and dings

Knowledge of hand-tools and computerized repair equipment is necessary

Possess and maintain a full set of tools necessary to perform the tasks assigned

Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in a variety of environmental conditions

Required to frequently life/carry 25-50lbs

Must be able to bend, climb ladders, crawl, squat, kneel, reach and twist consistently to accomplish tasks

Must be able to bend, stoop or reach for extended periods

Ability to use and maintain paint spraying equipment

Ability to use welding equipment

Ability to install glass

Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade

Knowledge of the construction of the bus body

Strict observance of all safety precautions and use of provided safety apparel

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision

Company paid for Short & Long Term Disability and Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Career Growth

Midwest Transit Equipment is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, sexual orientation, military status, order of protection status or unfavorable discharge from military service. Midwest Transit Equipment is also proud to be a Drug Free workplace.

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