Auto Body Technician

Jobtailor; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Fremont, CA is seeking a skilled body repair technician to examine damaged vehicles and plan efficient repairs. You will work with teammates to monitor repair status and ensure high-quality work on time.

The role requires certification in body repair, I-CAR welding certification, and the ability to supervise repair personnel. You will assess whether to repair or replace parts, prioritizing safety and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Certification in body repair is preferred.
• I-CAR welding certification is required or preferred.
• Ability to supervise repair personnel and ensure safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Examines damaged vehicle and plans the repair process.
• Communicates repair status with team.
• Performs quality repairs and maintains on-time status.
• Decides between repair vs. replacement based on safety, cost, and cycle time.
• Assists with disassembly of upholstery, accessories, electrical components and trim as needed.
• Attends required safety meetings.
• Prepares repaired surfaces with grinders and sanders using power and hand tools.
• Directs an apprentice when needed and explains procedures.

Skills

Frame machine operation

Supervising repair personnel

Interpreting measuring data

Knowledge of repair processes by OEM

Education

Body repair certification

I-CAR welding certification

Job description

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.

Requirements

• Ability to use frame machine.
• Certification in body repair preferred.
• Knowledge of vehicle repair process by manufacturer.
• I-CAR welding certified.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting measuring data.
• Ability to supervise repair personnel.
• Must be able to pass thorough background check.