Auto Body Technician

Classic Collision•Lakeville, MN

26d

About The Position

Classic Collision is seeking an Auto Body Technician to repair vehicles while upholding the company’s focus on safety, quality, integrity, and customer service. The role involves disassembling vehicles to support damage assessments, identifying required repairs, restoring damaged body components, and verifying completed work against safety and quality standards. Technicians use a variety of hand and power tools and work with the Paint Department as part of the repair process. Earning potential is listed as $75,000–$125,000+. Classic Collision describes itself as a rapidly growing company established in Atlanta in 1983. It offers competitive pay, benefits, ongoing training, a supportive team culture, and career advancement opportunities. The position requires following company operating procedures and safety guidelines and performing other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid driver's license required.
Customer-focused attitude and ability to work well in a team environment.
Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and information.
Successful completion of a background check required.
Ability to use hands and to talk and hear; frequently stand, sit, and walk, sometimes for long periods; and occasionally reach with hands and arms and move objects up to 50 pounds.
Close and peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of assigned work.

Nice To Haves

I-CAR or ASE certifications preferred.
2–3 years of collision repair experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Disassemble vehicles to assist Collision Estimators in assessing damage and preparing a complete repair plan.
Identify all needed repairs to eliminate supplements and minimize repair time.
Plan work procedures and follow the work order for all listed operations.
Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic windows, and seat operating equipment when needed to access damaged areas; store or cover parts to prevent damage.
Repair damaged body panels by hammering out or filling dents and welding broken parts; maintain industry-standard gaps and fits.
Remove damaged panels and install replacement parts using bolts or welds, then reassemble vehicles after parts are painted.
Operate hand and power tools, including welders, soldering equipment, cutting torches, blocks, hammers, wrenches, sanders, and spray guns.
File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces before transferring the vehicle to the Paint Department.
Repair or replace defective parts.
Inspect and test-drive repaired vehicles to check compliance with safety and quality standards.
Comply with Classic Collision standard operating procedures, safety rules, and guidelines.
Perform other related duties as assigned.