Auto Body Technician

Crash Champions•Billings, MT

24d•$65,000 - $161,820

About The Position

Crash Champions is hiring an Auto Body Technician to examine damaged vehicles, plan and perform collision repairs, and help ensure repairs meet quality and timing expectations. The role involves deciding whether damaged components should be repaired or replaced based on safety, cost, and cycle time; removing vehicle components to access damaged areas; and using power and hand tools to restore surfaces. The technician may direct an apprentice when needed and participates in required safety meetings. Compensation is based on a commission/flag-rate structure, with flag pay guaranteed to meet local minimum-wage requirements for all hours worked each week. The posted compensation range is the average flag pay range 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 preferred.

Responsibilities

Examine damaged vehicles and efficiently plan the repair process.
Communicate with others about 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 addressing unusual problems or questions and explaining procedures.