Auto Body Technician

About Us

Velocity is the country’s leading and largest builder of classic American vehicles. We’re redefining the essence of classic ownership, vehicles not just restored, but entirely reborn. Our vehicles marry the soul and aesthetic of classic cars with the performance, technology, and reliability of contemporary automobiles. We have revolutionized the classic car industry moving away from the “one-off” restoration with its many unknowns to a manufactured product with redefined reliability, enhanced performance, and drivability.

Velocity’s Culture

Market Culture: Results driven culture that emphasizes competitiveness and constant improvement.

Core Values

• Problem Solver
• Team Player
• Adaptive
• Accept Ownership
• Raise the Bar

Reports To

Paint and Body Manager

Job Description

Velocity is NOT your typical restoration shop. Our technicians work with all new sheet metal in an air-conditioned environment in a state-of-the-art shop. Instead of working with the same basic vehicles every day like in the collision environment, our team brings hot rod dreams to life. The talent of our employees shows in the high-end work they produce.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Proficient in high level blocking of body filler, sanding, and primer application.
• Light body repair to newly manufactured aftermarket body panels.
• Remove and install aftermarket body panels (doors, hood, tailgate etc.).
• Experience in stripping, straightening, along with accurately gapping body panels.
• Experience in short/long blocking, and application of body fillers.
• Understanding the taping/masking process to protect adjacent panels of overspray.
• Efficient and cost-effective manner when using all materials to maintain company standards.
• Assisting other technicians in the completion of their prepping procedures when needed to keep the line moving and meet deadlines.
• Assisting painting team with everyday duties including lifting, preparing, sanding, taping, masking & cleaning of vehicles prior to being moved into the booth.
• Fulfill all paint preparation processes for vehicles according to work order.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficiently organized workstation.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while working independently.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to and from work daily.
• Adhere to all health regulations and utilize all safety equipment.
• Ability to maintain professional communications with managers, coworkers, and vendors.
• Dependability and work ethic to show up every day on time.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday 8am to 4pm with overtime as required.
• Pre-employment drug screening is required
• Must have own tools.
• Must have 1 years proven auto body experience.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous experience in automotive collision or similar environment

Physical Demands (to include but not limited to)

• Must be able to lift, carry, and place merchandise and supplies up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Must be able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment
• Frequent standing, sitting, and walking for long periods of time.
• Frequent reaching overhead and below the knees, including squatting, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting.
• Ability to work in hot or cold temperatures for long periods of time.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle.

Benefits Include

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Fast paced, friendly team environment
• Health/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability after 60 days
• 401k plan after 6 months
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid week off from Christmas through New Year's after 6 months of employment

Job duties, salary, and benefits are subject to change throughout duration of employment with Velocity.

Velocity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Velocity does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.