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Job Requisition: Autobody Technician / Body Repair Technician / Paintless Dent Remover and Automotive Painter


Company: HGreg


Department: Reconditioning / Collision Repair


Employment Type: Full-time


Location: Tampa FL

Reports To: Collision Center Manager / Reconditioning Manager


Position Summary


HGreg is seeking skilled automotive reconditioning professionals for the following positions: • Autobody Technician / Body Repair Technician
• Paintless Dent Remover
• Automotive Painter


These positions are responsible for restoring vehicles to excellent structural and cosmetic condition while meeting HGreg's standards for safety, quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.


Autobody Technician / Body Repair Technician / Paintless Dent Remover Key Responsibilities
• Inspect vehicles for dents, dings, scratches, collision damage, and structural or cosmetic imperfections.
• Perform body repairs, including panel repair, replacement, alignment, and adjustment. • Repair or replace bumpers, fenders, doors, hoods, quarter panels, rocker panels, trunk lids, and other body components.
• Perform paintless dent removal for door dings, hail damage, creases, and minor dents when appropriate.
• Use body fillers, welding equipment, pulling equipment, measuring tools, and other repair tools as required.
• Remove, install, and adjust body panels, trim, moldings, lights, bumpers, sensors, and related components.
• Inspect vehicle damage and identify required repair procedures and parts. • Prepare repaired surfaces for refinishing by sanding, filling, masking, priming, and sealing. • Follow manufacturer repair procedures and approved safety standards.
• Ensure proper panel fit, body alignment, gaps, contours, and structural integrity. • Conduct quality-control inspections of completed repairs.
• Communicate additional damage, parts requirements, and repair concerns to management. • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Complete repairs efficiently while meeting established production schedules.

Qualifications
• Previous experience as a body repair technician, autobody technician, collision repair technician, or paintless dent repair technician.
• Knowledge of vehicle body construction, repair procedures, panel replacement, and alignment.
• Experience with dent repair, body fillers, sanding, welding, pulling, and body-panel installation.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, measuring equipment, and body repair machinery. • Ability to determine when paintless dent repair or conventional body repair is appropriate. • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• I-CAR, ASE, manufacturer, or other industry certifications are an asset.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record may be required.
• Ability to lift, bend, stand, reach, and work in various positions for extended periods.


Automotive Painter


Key Responsibilities
• Inspect vehicles and repair orders to determine refinishing requirements. • Prepare repaired panels and vehicle surfaces for refinishing.
• Sand, feather, fill, prime, seal, mask, and block surfaces as required.
• Mix and match automotive paint colors according to manufacturer specifications. • Apply primer, sealer, basecoat, clearcoat, and other refinishing products. • Blend paint to achieve an accurate color match and seamless finish.
• Operate spray booths, spray guns, paint-mixing equipment, and related tools safely. • Identify and correct paint defects such as runs, sags, orange peel, dirt, and color mismatch. • Polish and finish painted surfaces.
• Maintain paint equipment, work areas, and inventory.
• Follow all environmental, hazardous-material, and workplace safety requirements.


Core Competencies
• Body repair and collision-repair knowledge
• Paintless dent removal skills
• Automotive refinishing expertise
• Strong attention to detail
• Quality-focused workmanship
• Technical and mechanical aptitude
• Teamwork and communication
• Time management and productivity
• Problem-solving skills
• Reliability and professionalism


Compensation and Benefits
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience and qualifications.
• Performance or productivity incentives may be available.
• Benefits package available in accordance with company eligibility requirements. • Employee vehicle purchase opportunities may be available.
• Training and professional development opportunities.


Compensation, benefits, and eligibility requirements should be confirmed for the specific HGreg location.


Application Instructions


Qualified candidates should submit a résumé detailing their body repair, paintless dent removal, automotive painting, collision repair, certifications, and employment history. HGreg is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace. Applicants requiring accommodation during the recruitment process may request assistance.


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