Auto Body Technician

Crash Champions•Marietta, GA

10d

About The Position

The Auto Body Technician examines damaged vehicles and plans the repair process efficiently. The role performs quality repairs while maintaining on-time status, communicates with others about repair progress, and decides whether to repair or replace components based on safety, cost, and cycle time. The technician may direct an apprentice when needed, including explaining procedures and addressing unusual problems or questions. The 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 is the average flag pay range for a typical full-time employee in this position: $65,000 to $172,620 per year. Actual compensation depends on factors including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, certifications, and qualifications.

Requirements

Ability to use a frame machine.
Knowledge of the vehicle repair process 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 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 gain access to the vehicle and fenders.
Participate in all required safety meetings.
File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools.
Direct an apprentice’s work when needed, addressing unusual problems or questions and explaining procedures.