Body Shop Technician 2nd Shift - Hueneme Port Team

About GLOVIS America Inc.
GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.
Summary
Perform major bodywork to bring vehicle back to factory standards. Must be open for overtime.
Responsibilities
Primary
Light welding (Stinger gun stud welding)Glass repairs (RR and RI)Metal prep/work/ treatment (epoxy/primer/surfacers)Using all body refinish surfacersRepair and refinish vehicleShrinking/sculpture metal panelsBlocking, wet sanding, hammering, dolling proceduresAdjusting doors, panels and hoodsHazmat trainingSafety knowledge of chemicals and equipment practicesMechanic safety knowledge such as how to disconnect vehicles properly prior to performing bodyworkRaw plastic preppingE-Coat prep
Secondary
Resurface and refinish all (RR/ RI) of all vehicle panels and interiors and color matching for door jambsMixing bench, (how to weigh and use formulas)Body Work- Panels, Glass, JambsInspect and notate vehicle damageApply mask tape over vehicle parts/windows Buff, Color Sand, Primer, Body filling, Spray inner jambs, Sealers and seam sealer for new parts Remove/Install windshieldsUndercoating and applying rock guard protector
Other duties as assigned
Compensation pay range
$29.76 – $30.94 per hour
Plus $1.50 shift differential
Education & Experience

High School Diploma/G.E.D Required
Minimum 3 years of direct Automotive Body Shop experience required
PPG Certification preferred
Any Paint Surface certifications preferred
Must hold a valid state-issued driver's license without restrictions

Knowledge and Skills

Automotive, Body Shop, and Mechanic knowledge required
Able to notate and list details of body shop parts required
Body refinishing knowledge required
Priming knowledge required
Painting knowledge required
Ability to read and write in English preferred
Hazmat/Safety in Body Shop industry knowledge preferred
Welding knowledge preferred

Glovis America, Inc. adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.
Physical Requirements

Frequent use of right and left hands for simple and firm grasping of welding machine, tire machine, scanner, desk machines
Frequent lift and carry usual 25 lbs, max 50 lbs
Stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach over shoulder, push, pull, kneel, squat 5+ hours per day
Drive, and crouch frequently
climb, crawl, 1-3 hours per day

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Working and Environmental Conditions
Will be working with Open ROs, PPG Color Machine, welding machine, tire machine.
This position works in a plant manufacturing/warehouse setting at Port Hueneme, CA

Exposure to loud noises from vehicles and heavy machinery
Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions
Exposure to chemicals/fumes

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of skills and abilities required to do the job. Glovis America, Inc. reserves the right to alter and change this job description at any time without notice based on business needs.