Auto Body Technician

Boyd Group Services•Springfield, MO

15d•$21 - $30

About The Position

The Auto Body Technician assesses and repairs customer vehicles to restore them to pre-accident condition while providing an exceptional customer experience. The role involves disassembling, repairing, and reassembling vehicles, working with the repair team to meet facility KPIs, and representing The Boyd Group’s brand. Technicians plan repairs and prepare cost estimates, complete work within labor time guidelines, and inspect completed repairs for quality. Duties may change with or without notice.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of a technical school program or a three-year apprenticeship as an auto body repairer.
Ability to read job orders and work with very little supervision.
Ability to work with other repairers in an auto body shop.
Thorough understanding of vehicle body repair methods and procedures.
Thorough understanding of how to use tools required for the trade.
Ability to work safely in a noisy area with many odors present.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds at times.
Ability to visually inspect vehicle damage in a variety of weather conditions.
Ability to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.

Responsibilities

Ensure consistent execution of the WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
Plan necessary repair work and prepare customer cost estimates.
Use appropriate tools to repair vehicle sections and body damage.
Repair dents and other minor body damage; mix and apply filler resins when needed.
Realign vehicle chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
Remove and replace damaged vehicle sections and parts; repair or replace glass, windshields, and interior parts as needed.
Weld, attach, or fit parts into place; prepare and repaint vehicles using factory-specified paint or an agreed-upon equivalent.
Attempt to complete work orders within labor time guidelines.
Inspect vehicles after repair to ensure work has been executed correctly.
Work in alignment with team members to achieve repair facility KPIs and serve as a brand ambassador.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Annual paid time off (PTO) plans.
Two weeks of paid parental leave for full-time employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week.
Six paid holidays annually.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance effective Day 1.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
Additional voluntary life insurance.
Continuing education opportunities.
Free prescription or non-prescription safety glasses annually.
Annual voluntary uniform stipend.
Voluntary daily pay option.
Potential eligibility for bonuses tied to individual or business initiatives.