COLLISION SHOP ASSISTANT

RON MARHOFER AUTOMALL GROUP•Cuyahoga Falls, OH

3d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Collision Shop Assistant is a hands-on support role at Ron Marhofer Collision in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. The position helps keep the collision shop clean, organized, safe, and operating efficiently so body and paint technicians can focus on repairs. Duties include moving and staging vehicles, maintaining shop cleanliness, handling parts and sublet logistics, and occasionally driving guests to and from their homes or workplaces. The role requires dependability, safe driving, teamwork, a sense of urgency, and willingness to assist wherever needed. The position is full-time, hourly, and non-exempt, pays $20.00 per hour, and reports to the Collision Manager / Shop Foreman. Local driving between stores, vendors, and customers is required. The company describes itself as a family-owned dealership group serving Northeast Ohio since 1919, guided by values of world-class experience, commitment to excellence, teamwork, trust and respect for the individual, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Valid driver's license with a driving record acceptable to the dealership's insurance carrier.
Ability to safely operate a range of vehicles, including vehicles with automatic transmissions and larger trucks and SUVs.
Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to take direction.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the shop for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in a collision shop environment with noise, dust, paint and chemical odors, and temperature variations.
Ability to work outdoors in varying Northeast Ohio weather when moving or washing vehicles.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and motor vehicle record check.

Nice To Haves

Previous automotive shop, collision, or dealership experience.
Approachable, collaborative attitude and willingness to help team members.
Follows shop procedures and safety standards and notices opportunities to improve cleanliness, organization, and workflow.
Responds quickly to technician and shop needs and takes initiative to keep vehicles and work moving.
Treats guest vehicles carefully and drives cautiously on the lot and on the road.

Responsibilities

Safely drive and move vehicles between stores, wash bays, paint booths, frame and prep areas, and technician stalls.
Stage vehicles in and out of the shop as directed by the Shop Foreman to maintain repair flow.
Transport vehicles to and from sublet vendors for additional repairs and return them to the shop.
Perform post-repair road tests when directed by the Shop Foreman.
Conduct a walk-around before and after every vehicle move and promptly report new damage, warning lights, or concerns.
Wash vehicle exteriors and vacuum interiors, including post-repair cleanup before guest delivery.
Sweep shop floors and keep walkways, bays, and common areas clear and free of hazards.
Empty trash cans and dispose of waste properly.
Remove clutter and scrap parts, panels, glass, and packaging from technician stalls and the shop.
Stock shelves and shop supplies and keep storage areas organized.
Maintain daily cleanliness standards across the collision center.
Occasionally drive guests to and from their homes or workplaces while their vehicles are being repaired.
Provide guests with courteous, professional, and punctual shuttle service.
Keep shuttle vehicles clean, fueled, and ready for use.
Run parts between the parts department, receiving area, and technicians.
Help unload, check in, and stage incoming parts for repair orders.
Assist technicians with simple, non-technical tasks as directed, such as removing protective coverings and gathering materials.
Check in with the Shop Foreman when tasks are complete and ask how else to help.
Follow dealership safety, environmental, and hazardous-waste policies and procedures.
Wear required personal protective equipment in shop and paint areas.
Stay aware of shop priorities and adjust support accordingly.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support efficient shop operations.