Auto Body Technician

Crash Champions•Springfield Charter Township, MI

14d•$65,000 - $180,000

About The Position

The Auto Body Technician examines damaged vehicles and plans the repair process efficiently. The technician performs quality repairs while considering deadlines, communicates repair status with others, and decides whether components should be repaired or replaced based on safety, cost, and cycle time. The role may include removing upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to access vehicle areas, as well as filing, grinding, and sanding repaired surfaces with power and hand tools. The technician participates in required safety meetings and may direct an apprentice when needed. This position is paid on a commission/flag-rate structure. Flag pay is guaranteed to meet local minimum wage requirements for all hours worked each week. The posted compensation range represents average flag pay for a typical full-time employee in this position.

Requirements

Ability to use a frame machine.
Knowledge of the vehicle repair process by manufacturer.
I-CAR welding certified.
Skill in analyzing and interpreting measuring data.
Ability to supervise repair personnel.
Must be able to pass a thorough background check.

Nice To Haves

Certification in body repair preferred.

Responsibilities

Examine damaged vehicles and efficiently plan the repair process.
Work and communicate with others regarding vehicle repair status.
Perform quality repairs while keeping on-time status in mind.
Decide whether to repair or replace components, considering safety, cost, and cycle time.
Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to access vehicle areas and fenders.
Participate in all required safety meetings.
File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools.
Direct an apprentice's work when needed, including addressing unusual problems or questions and explaining procedures.