Auto Body Technician

Crash Champions•Sandy Springs, GA

10d

About The Position

The Auto Body Technician examines damaged vehicles and plans and performs repairs while meeting quality and on-time expectations. The technician evaluates whether parts should be repaired or replaced based on safety, cost, and repair cycle time. Work includes removing vehicle upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to access damaged areas, then filing, grinding, and sanding repaired surfaces with power and hand tools. The technician communicates repair status with others, participates in required safety meetings, and may direct and explain tasks to 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 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 considering on-time status.
Decide whether to repair or replace parts, taking safety, cost, and cycle time into account.
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 addressing unusual problems or questions and explaining procedures.