Auto Body Technician / Mechanic Helper

Auto Body Technician / Mechanic Helper

DARCARS Collision Center of Silver Spring is now hiring an Auto Body Technician / Mechanic Helper to join our growing team. We are looking for motivated individuals who take pride in high-quality workmanship and want to build a long-term career in the automotive collision repair industry. As an Auto Body Technician / Mechanic Helper, you will be responsible for assisting with repairing damaged vehicle bodies and components in accordance with manufacturer and dealership specifications and time standards.

Benefits

• Unlimited work volume
• 80%+ OEM parts usage
• Paid manufacturer training
• Paid ICAR training
• Comprehensive benefits plan including 401(k)
• Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and service repairs
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Internal career advancement opportunities

Qualifications & Requirements

• Entry-level candidates welcome; experienced technicians strongly encouraged to apply
• Previous automotive or collision repair experience preferred
• CSI and quality scores above the regional average preferred
• Ability to perform vehicle repair and maintenance services efficiently
• Team-oriented with the ability to work on repetitive and complex tasks
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license with a safe driving record
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening (background check)

Responsibilities

• Perform work detailed on vehicle repair orders in accordance with manufacturer standards
• De-trim, disassemble, and repair vehicles with urgency and strong attention to detail
• Maintain and assist with identifying and sourcing parts and materials
• Meet or exceed the Collision Center's productivity requirements
• Maintain tools and equipment in proper working conditions
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations affecting body shop operations (including hazardous waste disposal and OSHA Right-to-Know)

Join DARCARS Collision Center of Silver Spring and be part of a team that values craftsmanship, efficiency, and professional growth. This job advertisement in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by this employee. This advertisement is merely a preview of the role in solicitation. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor.

We are an equal opportunity employer & drug-free workplace. Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing background screening (incl. criminal background check, review of consumer & motor vehicle records, verification of SSN). Employment is on an at-will basis & subject to termination if dealership rules & regulations are violated.