Auto Body Technician

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Auto Body Technician to handle repairs from start to finish. This role focuses on structural and body integrity, preparing vehicles for a seamless hand-off to our paint department. You will work in a professional, fast-paced environment dedicated to high-quality craftsmanship. We are offering a competitive Sign-On Bonus of $2000 for the first year. Come join our family!

Key Responsibilities

Full Cycle Repair: Manage the "start-to-finish" body process, including teardown, structural repair, and reassembly.
Metalwork & Fabrication: Perform panel replacements, MIG welding, and sheet metal fabrication.
Frame & Structure: Utilize frame-straightening equipment and specialized tools to restore vehicle geometry.
Damage Assessment: Conduct accurate repair planning and execute on it.
Collaboration: Prepare and prep repaired surfaces to a flawless standard before turning work over to the painter.

Qualifications & Skills

Expertise: Proven experience in heavy-duty auto body repair and vehicle restoration.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in MIG welding, sheet metal fabrication, and power tool operation.
Certifications: Aluminum welding and frame-straightening certifications are highly preferred (but not required).
Mechanical Knowledge: Strong understanding of vehicle systems; dealership or mechanic experience is a plus.
Physical Ability: Must be comfortable with heavy lifting and the physical demands of a busy shop.

Benefits

Vacation Time: Starts accruing day 1
Health and Dental: Coverage after first 30 days
Sign-On Bonus: $2000 paid $500 per quarter
Employee Discount: Employer cost on all parts
Great Company Culture: We're an employee focused company, we treat you like you're part of the family. We do employee lunches frequently. We don't operate like a dealership; we don't do flat rate jobs. We believe in taking the time to do quality work and be proud of it.

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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