Auto Body Technician

Crash Champions•Montgomeryville, PA

26d

About The Position

The Auto Body Technician examines damaged vehicles and plans the repair process efficiently. The technician performs quality repairs while maintaining on-time status, communicates with others about repair progress, and makes repair-versus-replace decisions based on safety, cost, and cycle time. Duties also include removing vehicle components to access damaged areas, preparing repaired surfaces with power and hand tools, participating in required safety meetings, and directing 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 the average flag pay range for a typical full-time employee in this position. The company states that actual offers depend on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, certifications, and qualifications.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Certification in body repair is 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 parts, considering safety, cost, and cycle time.
Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to gain access to the vehicle 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.