Auto Body Technician

Crash Champions • South Valley, NM

8d • $65,000 - $162,000

About The Position

Crash Champions is hiring an Auto Body Technician to perform collision repairs at one of its repair centers. The position examines damaged vehicles, plans the repair process, communicates repair status, and completes quality repairs while keeping turnaround time in mind. The technician makes repair-versus-replace decisions with safety, cost, and cycle time in consideration. Work may include removing upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to access vehicle areas, as well as filing, grinding, and sanding repaired surfaces with power and hand tools. The technician participates in required safety meetings and may direct an apprentice’s work when needed.

Compensation is commission/flag-rate based. Flag pay is guaranteed to meet local minimum wage requirements for all hours worked each week. The listed range represents average flag pay for a typical full-time employee in this position. The posted annual compensation range is $65,000 to $162,000. The actual offer depends on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, certifications, and qualifications. Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements and annual updates.

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 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.

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