Body Shop Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Smith Auto Family Body Shop is searching for a Light Line Body Technician to join our team! We enjoy a family-oriented atmosphere and great benefits including 6 paid holidays a year and 401k match. Effective teamwork is required for success; those who do not work well in a group need not apply.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Competitive Pay
• 401k Plan + Match
• Paid Vacation & Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Work/Life Balance
• Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

• Repairs vehicles per estimate and according to manufacturer standards.

• Checks parts against estimate and ensures proper parts are ordered and received. 

• Prepares vehicles for body repair work. 

• Identify and resolve parts required for repair; review repair orders, work order, and Body Shop Managers estimate notes; follow warranty guidelines; notify supervisor of any repair add-ons

• Maintain current knowledge of job and technical skills including vehicle manufacturer’s repair process

• Perform work as outlined on repair estimates with efficiency and accuracy in accordance with dealership and factory standards

• Teardown and inspect for additional or hidden repairs

• Advise body shop estimator of additional damage or supplemental needs or if repairs will not be completed on time

• Lead work of any apprentice technicians and maintain iCar certifications

Qualifications

• Welding, suspension, framework experience a plus OR willing to learn/train

• ASE Certifications; Damage Analysis and Estimating, Mechanical and Electrical Components, Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair and State Vehicle Inspector (preferred)

• Certifications listed above or equivalent experience and eagerness to improve

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.