Auto Body Technician

Classic Collision•Miami, FL

10d

About The Position

Classic Collision is hiring an Auto Body Technician to repair vehicles in accordance with safety and quality standards. Established in 1983 in Atlanta, Georgia, the company’s mission is to provide quality service with integrity and honesty, putting safety, quality, integrity, and heart into every vehicle repaired and customer served. The technician disassembles vehicles to support damage assessment and repair planning, completes body repairs, and prepares repaired surfaces for the Paint Department. The position also includes inspecting and test-driving repaired vehicles and following company operating procedures and safety guidelines. Classic Collision offers competitive pay, benefits, training, a supportive team culture, and career advancement opportunities. The work requires frequent use of hands and regular talking and hearing, as well as standing, sitting, and walking, occasionally for long periods. The technician may occasionally reach with hands and arms and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Close and peripheral vision, adjustment of focus, and the ability to assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work are required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid driver's license required.
Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and information.
Customer-focused attitude and ability to work well in a team environment.
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.
Ability to occasionally reach with hands and arms and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Close vision, 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.
Two to three years of collision repair experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Disassemble vehicles to help Collision Estimators assess damage and prepare 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 as needed to access damaged areas.
Store parts on carts or cover them to prevent damage.
Repair damaged body panels by hammering out or filling dents and welding broken parts; ensure gaps and fits meet industry standards.
Remove damaged panels and install replacement parts using bolts or welds, then reassemble the vehicle 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 turning the vehicle over to the Paint Department.
Repair or replace defective parts.
Inspect and test-drive repaired vehicles to check compliance with safety and quality standards.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Comply with Classic Collision standard operating procedures, safety rules, and guidelines.