Body Shop Technician

Job Summary

Fairway Auto Body is looking for well-qualified auto body technicians to join our growing team. We are a busy, high-volume 46,000 sq. ft. collision shop with modern and up-to-date equipment. Our shop is a part of the Fairway Automotive dealership group, a family-owned and operated dealership since 1966 that provides sales, service, parts, and collision repair solutions for the Upstate of South Carolina. Our company, which proudly represents the Ford, Lincoln, and Subaru brands, is well-known for taking care of our team members. Candidates should have proficient skills in sheet-metal repair, factory outlined panel replacement, unibody and/or frame straightening.

Company Values

• Work-life balance - we strive to provide industry-defying, flexible scheduling that allows associates to spend quality time with their families and support their personal interests.
• Integrity - many will say this, but Fairway sincerely believes in the simple principle of doing what is right; not what is cheap, easy, and convenient.
• Personal growth - our company will invest in our staff by continuously training to improve their skills, so their productivity, job satisfaction, and career prospects improve.
• The Golden Rule - Fairway is committed to treating our employees, customers, and vendor partners just as we would like to be - with the utmost dignity, respect, and professionalism.
• Community Involvement - for many decades we have proudly given back and supported our local community with meaningful causes that make a lasting impact.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Repair assigned vehicles to pre-accident condition following original manufacturer and industry standards.
• Engaged with team perspective to provide higher levels of customer service and quality.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area with tools and equipment in use.
• Willing to participate in available collision industry training.
• Align with company values.
• Use Car O Tronic measuring system when identifying unibody or traditional frame damage.
• Be proficient in reading printed work orders and communicate additional work needed to the assigned estimator.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills

• I-CAR or ASE certifications are preferred
• 2 years of collision repair experience
• Ability to stoop, bend, kneel, squat, pull, and lift heavy items for extended periods.
• Driver's License

Benefits

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance
• Paid time off
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid training
• Top Techs Rewards (up to $2100.00 annually for certification and tenure achievements)
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• State of the art repair facility with updated equipment
• Access to discounted employee vehicle purchase programs