Collision Auto Body Technician

Hendrick Automotive Group

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hendrick Collision at Dale Earnhardt Jr Chevrolet in Tallahassee Florida is hiring a collision technician! This is a very busy, air-conditioned, state-of-the-art facility, with all of the best equipment to help you efficiently complete proper repairs. Estimates are thoroughly written to get you paid for what you do! Come join a team that cares about repairing cars properly and appreciates you. Hendrick is known for our great culture. Large sign-on bonuses are available for qualified candidates.

Requirements

Demonstrable knowledge of body repair methods
Collision Center repair training or commensurate experience
Ability to operate equipment necessary to perform Collision Center repair functions
Valid Driver’s License
Basic Computer skills to utilize timekeeping system
Ability to learn parts department computer inventory and ordering system
Ability to understand and follow instructions
Ability to communicate effectively with customers and company personnel
Regular and predictable attendance
Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to hear and talk; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Must pass OSHA respiratory medical exam
Work includes movement of vehicle body parts, working in various physical positions, and the safe operation of power tools and test equipment
May be exposed to loud noise, vibration, exhaust fumes, paint-dust, and other collision center conditions
Frequently interacts with customers, Estimators, and Collision Center management
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and other employees
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions
Ability to deal with standardized situations
Ability to understand and follow technical manuals

Nice To Haves

GED
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Master Degree
Doctorate Degree
Accounting
Business
Human Resources
Information Technology
up to 3 years
3-5 years

Responsibilities

Examines body damage on customer vehicles
Identifies necessary body repair work
Estimates cost of body work
Requests necessary parts
Performs body repairs including removing damaged body parts and replacing with fixed or new parts
Documents repairs performed
Performs body repairs efficiently and according to Collision Center and insurance company guidelines
Maintains CSI at or above Company standards
Maintains an organized, clean and safe work area
Participates in required training
Records all hours worked accurately in company timekeeping system
Follows Safeguards rules and regulations
Demonstrates the Company’s Core Values
Complies with Company policies and procedures
Observes all Federal, State, Local and Company safety rules and regulations in the performance of duties
Other duties as assigned