Auto Body Tech Lead: Frame, Welding & EV Repair

Crash Champions; Dundee Township (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k Retirement Plan with match

Referral Bonus

5 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Crash Champions is seeking a Body Technician to examine damaged vehicles and plan repairs, ensuring high-quality workmanship and on-time completion at our Illinois locations. This role involves removing components to access areas, communicating repair status, and guiding apprentices as needed.

Applicants should have frame machine experience and knowledge of vehicle repair processes; I-CAR welding certification is preferred. Competitive benefits apply to eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Frame machine operation and safety.
• Knowledge of vehicle repair process by manufacturer.
• I-CAR welding certification or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret measuring data.
• Experience supervising repair personnel.

Responsibilities

• Examines damaged vehicle and efficiently plans repair process.
• Works and communicates with others on vehicle repair status.
• Performs quality repairs while keeping on-time status in mind.
• Makes decisions on repair vs. replace considering safety, cost, and cycle time.
• Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle and fenders.
• Participates in all required safety meetings.
• Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
• Directs the work of an apprentice in the performance of tasks when needed, i.e., unusual problems or questions and explains procedures to assistant.

Skills

Frame machine operation

Vehicle repair knowledge

I-CAR welding certification

Measuring data interpretation

Supervise repair personnel

Background check clearance

Job description

Crash Champions is seeking a Body Technician to examine damaged vehicles and plan repairs, ensuring high-quality workmanship and on-time completion at our Illinois locations. This role involves removing components to access areas, communicating repair status, and guiding apprentices as needed.

Applicants should have frame machine experience and knowledge of vehicle repair processes; I-CAR welding certification is preferred. Competitive benefits apply to eligible employees.