University System of Maryland          Job Class Specification TITLE: AUTOMOTIVE BODY TECHNICIAN JOB CODE: N11AST FLSA: NONEXEMPT JOB TYPE: INST SPECIFIC UMCP EEO6: H60 JOB FAMILY/SERIES: PHP MOT IPED-SOC: 49-3021

APPROVED BY: Chancellor Donald N. Langenberg EFFECTIVE DATE: 07/01/1996

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, repairs or replaces damaged body parts on a
variety of motor vehicles such as automobiles, light, medium and heavy
duty trucks, buses, vans, and construction equipment. Performs the
full range of repair activities including repair of damaged sheet
metal and fiberglass, removal and replacement of body parts, and the
priming and painting of repaired surfaces or entire vehicles.

PRIMARY DUTIES

1.  Coordinates repair work with automotive services mechanics and
    related trades personnel.

2.  Repairs or replaces damaged bodies and body parts on a variety of
    automotive vehicles such as automobiles, vans, light, medium and
    heavy trucks, and construction equipment.

3.  Repairs dents to sheet metal parts using a dent puller or other
    hand tools. Removes excessively damaged fenders, panels and
    grills, using wrenches and cutting torch, and attaches replacement
    by bolting or welding.

4.  Fills depressions with plastic materials.

5.  Files, grinds, and sands repair surfaces using power and hand
    tools.

6.  Mixes automotive paints such as acrylic enamels and lacquers.
    Spray paints repaired vehicles with primer and finished coats.

Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a
representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of
this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific
duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE: Four years progressively responsible experience in auto
body repair work, collision repair and painting techniques used on
motor vehicles or motor equipment.

OTHER:  Valid Maryland Noncommercial Class C or equivalent driver's
license is required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Comprehensive knowledge of the basic principles of non-structural
analysis and damage repair, including painting and refinishing.
Thorough knowledge of the proper use, care and maintenance of standard
hand and power tools. Skill in the proper use and maintenance of the
tools and equipment of the autobody, collision repair and automotive
painting trade. Ability to read, understand and carry out oral and
written instructions; to keep simple records and make written reports;
to communicate effectively; to work in, on, around, under and over
machinery and/or fixed equipment; to work up to heights of 25 feet; to
manipulate heavy equipment, tools and supplies; to exert force up to
120 lbs; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on machinery and
equipment; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined
spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and
work in personal protective equipment.

OTHER: Except for qualifications established by law, additional
related experience and formal education in which one has gained the
knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the
work of the job class may be substituted for the education or
experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college
credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries
and/or medical examinations to determine the ability to perform the
job. Employees in this job class may be required to have or obtain a
Class A or B CDL. If a Commercial Driver's License is required,
employees will be subject to drug and alcohol education and testing
under Federal Highway Administration and State of Maryland
regulations. Employees in this job class may be subject to
pre-employment and random drug testing. Employees in this job class
will be required to provide all hand and small power tools and tool
chests that are necessary to perform work at the assigned level.
Employees may also be assigned duties which require special training
and/or certification (e.g., forklift operator certification) in order
to operate specialized motor equipment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

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