Auto Body Technician

Crash Champions • Fort Worth, TX

1d • $65,000 - $169,740

About The Position

Crash Champions is hiring an Auto Body Technician to perform collision repairs at its repair centers. The technician examines damaged vehicles and plans the repair process efficiently, communicates repair status with others, and completes quality repairs while maintaining on-time status. The position involves determining whether components should be repaired or replaced based on safety, cost, and cycle time. Technicians may remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to access vehicle areas and fenders. They also attend required safety meetings and may direct an apprentice when needed, 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 listed compensation range is the average flag pay range for a typical full-time employee: $65,000 to $169,740 per year. The company states that the actual offer depends on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, certifications, and qualifications.

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 be able to 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 about vehicle repair status.
• Perform quality repairs while keeping on-time status in mind.
• 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 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 explaining procedures and addressing unusual problems or questions.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Group life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• Referral bonus (“Cash From Crash”)
• Five paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed