Auto Body Technician

Classic Collision•Lake Elmo, MN

About The Position

Classic Collision is hiring an Auto Body Technician. The company, established in 1983 in Atlanta, Georgia, aims to provide quality service with integrity and honesty, prioritizing safety, quality, integrity, and care in vehicle repairs and customer service. The role offers competitive pay, benefits, training, and career advancement opportunities. The stated earning potential is $75,000–$125,000+. The technician disassembles vehicles to help Collision Estimators assess damage and create complete repair plans, performs body repairs and replacements, and prepares repaired surfaces for the Paint Department. The position requires use of hand and power tools, inspection and test-driving of repaired vehicles, and compliance with company procedures and safety and quality standards. The job involves frequent standing, sitting, and walking, sometimes for long periods, and may require moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Classic Collision is an equal opportunity employer and states that reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid driver's license required.
Customer-focused attitude and ability to work well in a team environment.
Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and information.
Successful completion of a background check required.
Ability to use hands and to talk and hear; frequent standing, sitting, and walking, sometimes for long periods.
May occasionally need to reach with hands and arms and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Close and 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 assist Collision Estimators in assessing damage and preparing 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, and electrical or hydraulic window and seat operating equipment as needed to access damaged areas; store or cover parts to prevent damage.
Repair damaged bodywork by hammering out or filling dents and welding broken parts; ensure gaps and fits meet industry standards.
Remove damaged panels, install replacement parts using bolts or welds, and reassemble vehicles 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 transferring the vehicle 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.