Auto Body Technician

Gerber Collision & Glass; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual PTO

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Health insurance

401(k)

Life Insurance

Education opportunities

Safety glasses

Uniform stipend

Daily pay option

Job summary

Gerber Collision & Glass in Jackson, Michigan, seeks an experienced auto body repair technician to plan repairs, estimate costs, and restore vehicles using cutting guns, plasma cutters, jacks, hammers, and pliers. You will realign chassis, replace parts, weld and repaint to factory specs, and verify work within time guidelines.

Required: high school diploma or equivalent or technical training, plus a 3-year apprenticeship or tech program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical school program or 3-year apprenticeship preferred.
• Ability to read job orders and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Plan repairs and prepare customer cost estimates.
• Repair body damage using cutting guns, plasma cutters, jacks, hammers and pliers.
• Realign chassis, replace parts and weld/paint to factory specs.
• Ensure work orders are completed within labor time guidelines and inspect finished vehicles.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Read job orders

Teamwork in auto body shop

Knowledge of repair methods

Tool proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school program or 3-year apprenticeship

Tools

Cutting guns

Plasma cutters

Hydraulic jacks

Hammers

Pliers

Job description

Built with Intent. Driven by YOU.

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Company: Gerber Collision & Glass

Great Teams Don’t Happen by Accident

Built with Intent. Driven by YOU.

At the Gerber Collision & Glass, our teams work to provide the elite infrastructure and supportive environment you need to Be the Best and outperform at every touchpoint in collision and glass services. As we continue to grow and lead the industry, we ensure you have the resources and the team behind you to move your career forward.

Ready to grow with a team that’s built for your success? Apply today.

Our Commitment

The Boyd Group welcomes unique talents from all backgrounds and characteristics.

We act with integrity and appreciate the diverse perspectives that make our "Greater Team" exceptional.

Qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and Protected Veterans, are encouraged to apply.

Job Description

• Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
• Plans the repair work that is necessary and prepares cost estimates for customers. Uses various tools such as cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers to repair sections of a vehicle.
• Hammers out dents, dimples, and other minor body damage if possible; mixes and applies filler resins to repair dents when other methods are not feasible.
• Realigns car chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
• Removes damaged sections of vehicles and replaces them with new or aftermarket parts. Replaces or repairs glass and windshields as needed.
• Replaces or repairs interior parts as needed.
• Welds and otherwise attaches or fits parts into place and Prepares and repaints vehicles with factory-specified paint or agreed-upon equivalent.
• Attempts to complete work orders within labor time guidelines. Ensures all work has been executed correctly by inspecting vehicles after repair.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education And/or Experience Required

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of technical school program OR a 3-year apprenticeship as an auto body repairer.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to read job orders and work with very little supervision.
• Ability to work with other repairers within an auto body shop.
• Thorough understanding of methods and procedures to repair vehicle bodies.
• Thorough understanding of how to use tools required for the trade.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to work safely in a noisy area with many odors present.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.
• Must be able to visually inspect vehicle damage in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The physical demands of your job must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Benefits That Drive Your Success

Gerber offers the comprehensive benefits you expect from an industry leader, including:

• Annual Paid Time Off (PTO) plans
• 2 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for Full time Employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week
• 6 paid holidays annually
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance effective Day 1
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Free Prescription or Non-Prescription Safety Glasses annually
• Annual Voluntary Uniform Stipend
• Voluntary Daily Pay option available

About Us

Gerber Collision & Glass has been WOWing customers with our collision repair services for over 80 years. Please visit gerbercareers.com to learn more about our company.

AI Disclosure Statement

At The Boyd Group and all affiliated companies, we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for employment. All hiring decisions are made by real people who review each application individually.

Compensation Details

PAY: $30.00 - $35.00/hour, FLAT RATE, DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE#ABTNORTH