Experienced Collision Body Technician

Description

We have an immediate opening in our Collison Center for an experienced start to finish body technician to join our winning team! If you’re looking for a better place to work and enjoy being respected and treated like family, please apply today!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Examine damaged vehicles and estimate repair costs
• Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window-and-seat-operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle body and fenders.
• Remove damaged fenders and panels in addition to filling depressions with body filler.
• Bolt or weld replacement parts in position, using wrenches or welding equipment
• Straighten bent automobile frames.
• File, grind and sand repaired surfaces.
• Repair or replace defective mechanical parts.
• Adjusting automobile frames to straighten them, using a pneumatic frame straightening machine.
• File, grind and sand repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
• Adjust headlights, wheel alignment, and bleed hydraulic brake system.
• Repair or replace defective mechanical parts.
• Maintain an organized and neat shop area.
• Communicate directly with service advisors regarding the status of the service work as well as the estimated time for completion so that customers can be informed.
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions in order to stay informed with rapidly changing automotive technology.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Company's Values in all interactions with customers, coworkers and vendors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

Requirements

•  At least 2 years of experience as a Automobile Collision/Body Shop Technician.
• Collision Repair Certification highly preferred (Open to other manufacturer certifications).
• Must have I-Car welding certifications or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of all aspects of repairs for damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles.
• Ability to interpret vendor catalogs.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact professionally with customers, vendors, and staff.
• Safety and customer service oriented.
• Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed.