Body and Paint Repair Technician

            Knight Transportation Body Shop     
We are urgently hiring a Body and Paint Repair Technician with 3 to 5 years or more experience for our Kansas City location!    Come and Join Our Team, our Body mechanics/technicians enjoy continual opportunities to learn & development that offers a path of career advancement.     What we have to offer you!    

• Pay Range $21 to $39  (Based on location, skill level, and experience)    

• Overtime Pay  

• Quarterly Bonus Program

(Eligible up to 4 bonuses a year)    

• Uniforms provided with laundry service
• Technician Tuition Reimbursement

Schedule:    

• Shifts Monday to Friday
• Shop Hours: 7:00 am to 5:00 pm with 1 hour lunch

Benefits Package:    

• Full-Time Employment
• Annual Merit Review
• Direct Deposit
• Bi-weekly pay
• Holiday Pay 
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Disability
• 401K with matching
• Supplemental & Life Insurance,
• Paid Time Off (PTO) 1 week (40 hours) within the first year
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Full Tuition Grant with Partnered Schools
• Corporate discounts 

Qualifications:    

• High School or equivalent
• Experience with on-the-job training or diploma in vehicle maintenance from vocational or trade school a plus.
• Valid driver’s license required
• Possess customer service & computer skills.
• Ability to read & understand repair manuals
• Ability to multitask & work as a team
• Must possess the tools required to accomplish the essential job results required.
• We are a DOT sensitive organization, and all candidates must submit to a pre-employment Drug screen (Hair) and lifetime background Check. 
• Marijuana is a disqualification of employment. 

    Mechanic Responsibilities:    

• Perform light to medium body repairs on semi-tractor/trailer equipment to appropriate specifications (OEM, DOT, company, etc.).
• Disassemble, repair and re-assemble including but not limited to panel replacement, Fiberglass repairs, Plastic repairs, and body filler
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner which facilitates the success of business operations to meet company demands and expectations.
• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

We have several locations hiring Body Mechanics/Technicians! It is a great opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a new and upcoming organization. As a body mechanic/technician, you will be in a critical front-line role helping to provide rapid and proper repairs to our customers.    As part of the most profitable and fastest growing truckload carrier Knight-Swift, we are driven to innovate the maintenance industry, and this is our chance to do that! We are a career destination for passionate and talented individuals that can complement the team environment we have built.    So, what do we live by? The answer is simple…OUR PEOPLE! Knight & Iron maintenance are powered by motivated people. They are passionate about continuous development. They display honesty, provide mutual respect, and unselfishly take personal accountability for results. At Knight & Iron, we hire great teammates who share our values and culture. Therefore, we are committed to a culture of high expectations and exceptional performance.     If you are ready for a rewarding career, consider joining our Family. As we are a place to make a difference in a stable and maturing industry.    Our interview process typically includes a phone interview, an in-person interview, mechanic or technician assessment, lifetime background check, physical, functional capacity exam, and a drug screen (hair and urine). So, be a part of the best team in the diesel maintenance industry...    Our company is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected catego