Auto Body Technician

Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan Plan necessary repair work and prepare cost estimates for customers Use cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers to repair vehicle sections Hammer out dents and apply filler resins when necessary Realign car chassis and frames to repair structural damage Remove damaged vehicle sections and replace them with new or aftermarket parts Replace or repair glass and windshields Replace or repair interior parts Weld, attach, or fit parts into place Prepare and repaint vehicles with factory-specified paint or an agreed-upon equivalent Complete work orders within labor time guidelines Inspect vehicles after repair to ensure work was executed correctly Collaborate with repair-facility team members to achieve KPIs Perform other related duties as assigned Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required Successful completion of technical school program OR a 3-year apprenticeship as an auto body repairer Ability to read job orders and work with very little supervision Ability to work with other repairers within an auto body shop Thorough understanding of methods and procedures to repair vehicle bodies Thorough understanding of how to use tools required for the trade Must be able to work safely in a noisy area with many odors present Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times Must be able to visually inspect vehicle damage in a variety of weather conditions Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in vehicle body repair techniques, including welding, realignment, and painting, while ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality inspections. Collaborates effectively with team members to meet performance metrics and customer satisfaction. Highest-signal resume keywords Auto Body Repair Welding Chassis Realignment Cost Estimation Vehicle Inspection Hard Skills Vehicle Body Repair Welding Chassis Realignment Cost Estimation Glass Replacement Interior Part Repair Paint Preparation Filler Resin Application Damage Inspection Tool Operation Soft Skills Collaboration Attention to Detail Ability to Work Independently Certifications & Qualifications High School Diploma Technical School Program Completion 3-Year Apprenticeship Industry Keywords WOW Operating Way Auto Body Shop Repair Facility KPI Achievement Tools & Technologies Cutting Guns Plasma Cutters Hydraulic Jacks Hammers Pliers #J-18808-Ljbffr