Auto Body Technician

Crash Champions•Albuquerque, NM

About The Position

The Auto Body Technician examines damaged vehicles and plans the repair process efficiently. The technician performs quality repairs while keeping repairs on schedule, communicates vehicle repair status with others, and decides whether to repair or replace components while considering safety, cost, and cycle time. Duties also include removing upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to access vehicle areas; filing, grinding, and sanding repaired surfaces with power and hand tools; participating in required safety meetings; and directing an apprentice when needed by explaining procedures and addressing unusual problems or questions. 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 vehicle repair processes by manufacturer.
I-CAR welding certification.
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 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 maintaining on-time status.
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 required safety meetings.
File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools.
Direct an apprentice’s work when needed, including explaining procedures and addressing unusual problems or questions.