BODY REPAIRER A

Basic Function Under moderate supervision, repairs damage to revenue bus bodies. • Repairs damaged bodies and body parts of revenue buses using a variety of hand and power tools following blue prints, specifications, diagrams, and repair manuals • Examines damage to vehicles and estimates cost of repairs • Straightens body panels, bent frames, supporting structures and other parts damaged in accidents • Removes damaged parts, including panels, and floors, using wrenches and cutting tools • Bolts, rivets, and welds replacement parts in position • Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces, including bondo patches • Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic systems, window and seat assemblies and trim to allow access to damaged body structure • Adjusts headlights, aligns frames and suspensions after repair of body • Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out • Two years of journey-level experience performing repair of heavy vehicle or automotive bodies and related parts and structures AND Completion of a 2 year program from accredited school in auto/truck body repair OR • Four of years of journey-level experience performing repair of heavy vehicle or automotive bodies and related parts and structures • Experience repairing buses and related parts and structures desirable • Valid California Class C driver's license Knowledge • Theories, principles, and practices in the repair of revenue bus bodies, frames, and structural parts • Operations of various hand and power tools and equipment, including wrenches, cutting torches, welding equipment, hydraulic jacks and sanders • Power equipment operations and safety • Shop mathematics • Vehicle operations and safety Abilites • Repair revenue bus bodies, frames and structural parts • Read, understand, and apply blueprints, diagrams and specifications • Assess cost of repairs • Safely operate Metro vehicles • Safely operate a variety of hand and power tools and equipment • Communicate effectively with others • Follow verbal and written instructions • Lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds • Travel to offsite locations within a reasonable timeframe • Read, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions • Must possess required standard tools of the specified trade • Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required • Positions in this classification are considered safety sensitive under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol regulations (CA)