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Body Shop Tech Trainee
The Heritage Automotive GroupSouth Burlington, VT
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Job Description
The H-Team’s Collision Center is on the lookout for a motivated Body Shop Tech Trainee who’s eager to learn, grow, and bring a great attitude to the team. This is an exciting hands-on role where you'll assist in repairing vehicle bodies and parts, starting with the basics and building real-world skills every day.
You'll be working in our state-of-the-art, air-conditioned facility—a clean, modern space designed with both productivity and comfort in mind. If you're mechanically inclined and ready to launch your career in a fast-paced, supportive environment, this is your chance to get your foot in the door of the automotive industry!
Primary Responsibilities:
- Receive basic work orders and perform designated repairs.
- Remove parts, panels, molding, accessories, etc., to gain access to vehicle body and fenders.
- Assist with bolt or weld replacement panels, a parts, etc.
- Assist with removing dents with hydraulic jack, pry bar, anvil and hammer, or other required tools.
- Assist with filling in depressions with body filler, plastic or fiber glass.
- Assist with filing, grinding, sand repaired surfaces using hand or power tools to original shape and smoothness.
- Align and adjust hoods, deck lids, panels.
- Prepare vehicle for painting, or paint vehicle as required.
- Assist in smooth flow of work through the shop
- Maintain shop tools, equipment or work areas.
- Maintain all required documentation of work done.
Qualification:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to comprehend and read instructions.
- Mechanical experience or formal tech training desirable.
- Reliable and self-motivated, with an enthusiasm for learning.
- Must be able to bend, kneel, stretch and stand over, under and next to all repair vehicles.
As a Member of the H-Team, You'll Enjoy:
- Medical along with dental/life/disability insurance;
- Immediate accrual of paid time off;
- Vehicle/parts/ service discounts;
- The potential for tuition reimbursement;
- Flex spending accounts; 401(k) with company match;
- Childcare reimbursement;
- Boot stipend for up to $150, once a year.
- Free corporate gym membership to The Edge, on-site chiropractors, physical therapists, and other wellness offerings;
- Free unlimited coffee, community involvement, company events & more!
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