Commercial Vehicle Collision Repair Specialist

Hudson Automotive Group • West Chester, PA

127d • $70,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Mercedes Benz of West Chester, a Hudson Automotive Company, is actively seeking a Commercial Vehicle Collision Repair Specialist to join our award-winning, high-volume service team. This position offers up to $120k per year earning potential with production bonuses. The facility is a Rivian Certified Collision Center and features a brand new state-of-the-art environment. Hudson Automotive Group, founded in 1948, is a third-generation, family-owned and operated business proudly serving customers with all their automotive needs. The company has grown from a single location in Providence, KY to a multistate, multi-franchise organization with 54 dealerships and more than 4,500 employees throughout 8 states concentrated in the Southeast.

Requirements

• 5+ years collision technician experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications
• Engine Repair Certification for Auto/Light Truck
• Automobile Parts Specialist Certification
• I-CAR Certificate of Advanced Training
• Advanced Vehicle Systems
• Aluminum Repair, Replacement and Welding
• Collision Repair 2000
• Electronics for Collision Repair
• Steering and Suspension
• Understanding Collision Repair
• State Emission Certification
• State Vehicle Inspector Certification

Responsibilities

• Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Repairs collision damaged vehicles according to manufacturer specifications and company standards.
• Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Saves and tags parts of the job if under warranty or if requested by the customer.
• Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective equipment, including respirator, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners, and other hazardous materials and reports any deviations to management.
• Documents all work performed on the repair order.
• Road tests vehicles when required or refers to the test technician.
• Supervises work of any apprentice technicians as assigned.
• Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor.
• Keeps shop area neat and clean.
• Maintains and is accountable for all dealership-owned tools and manuals. Returns them to the proper place and in the same condition as they were received.
• Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.
• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Reports any safety issues immediately to management.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k with match
• Yearly accrued PTO
• Paid Vacation/Holidays
• Career Pathway through training and advancement opportunities
• Employee discounts on products & services
• Balanced work schedule
• Tuition Reimbursement for current Automotive Technology students or recent graduates
• Tool assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees