automotive body mechanic

Specific Skills

• Hammer out dents, buckles and defects using blocks and hammers

• File, grind and sand body surfaces to be repaired

• Replace front end components, body components, doors and frame and underbody components

• Repair or replace interior components

• Apply primers and repaint surfaces

• Review damage report and estimates of repair cost and plan work to be performed

• Mask and tape auto body surfaces in preparation for painting

• Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills and bolt or weld replacement parts into place

• Repair or replace damaged windows, windshields and sunroofs

• Inspect repaired vehicles and test drive vehicles for proper handling

• Operate soldering equipment or use plastic filler to fill holes, dents and seams

• Straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring equipment

• Mix paint, blend and match colors