Autobody Repair Technician (Manheim Tampa)

Cox Enterprises•Tampa, FL

10d•$5 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Auto Body Repair Technician repairs body damage to vehicles, including sheet metal and exterior plastic and composite panels. The role includes disassembling and reassembling vehicles for repairs, replacing parts as needed to return damaged vehicles to pre-damage condition, and preparing repaired panels and parts for refinishing. Compensation is production-based, ranging from $5 to $20 per flag hour depending on location. The position may also be eligible for commission and/or incentive compensation. This is an onsite position at a specified Cox location. The role follows Manheim’s Standard Operating Procedures and safety requirements, and may require overtime as business needs dictate. A pre-employment drug test is required; the company does not currently test for marijuana for this position.

Requirements

Paint Training Certification that meets HAPS 6H requirements.
Valid Respirator Fit Test Certificate.
Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmissions.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Effective verbal communication and customer service skills.
Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
Strong leadership skills.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Close, distance, and color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Regular ability to stand, walk, reach, talk, and hear.
Frequent ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat, and climb.
Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of customer service experience.
One to three years of collision and/or mechanical estimating experience.
Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Verify the vehicle and repairs to be performed using a repair order or tracking label before beginning repairs.
Repair damaged body panels as directed by management.
Follow repair procedures in Manheim’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
Replace damaged panels or other body components as directed.
Handle, apply, and dispose of surface coatings in accordance with Manheim’s SOP and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Complete repairs to meet Manheim’s customer quality expectations.
Report production or piece-rate flag hours for each repair or vehicle as directed by management.
Demonstrate a commitment to safety by following safety and health procedures and modeling related behaviors.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Work overtime when business needs dictate.