Auto Body Technician

Crash Champions; Kentucky; On-site; USD 65,000 - 161,820; 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 skilled Collision Repair Technician in Kentucky. The role involves examining damaged vehicles, planning and executing repairs while ensuring quality and efficiency. Candidates must be adept at using frame machines, possess certifications in body repair, and have I-CAR welding certification.

The position offers competitive compensation with benefits, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. This is a commission-based role with a pay range of $65,000 to $161,820 annually, commensurate with experience and skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to use frame machine for repairs.
• Certification in body repair preferred for applicants.
• In-depth knowledge of vehicle repair processes required.
• I-CAR welding certification is a must.
• Strong analytical skills for measuring data interpretation.
• Supervisory capability is essential.
• Must pass a thorough background check.

Responsibilities

• Examine damaged vehicles and efficiently plan repair processes.
• Communicate with others regarding vehicle repair status.
• Perform quality repairs with timely updates.
• Make decisions on repair vs. replacement based on various factors.
• Remove upholstery and accessories to access vehicle interiors.
• Participate in all required safety meetings.
• Use power tools and hand tools for surface repairs.
• Direct apprentice work during complex tasks.

Skills

Frame machine operation

Body repair certification

Vehicle repair knowledge

I-CAR welding certification

Data analysis skills

Supervision

Job description

Champions Do More

As one of the fastest-growing and most exciting brandsin the industry, Crash Champions is the largest founder-led multi-shop operator (MSO) of high-quality collision repair service in the U.S.The company, which also operates the growing Crash Champions LUXE | EV Certified brand of highline and luxury EV repair centers, services customers at more than 650 state-of-the-art locations in 38 states across the U.S. Crash Championswas foundedin 1999 as a single Chicago repair center by industry veteran and 2023 EY Entrepreneur of the Year Midwest award winnerMatt Ebert. Formore than25 years, our vision hasbeen anchoredby the belief that delivering superior collision repair service is about People First.Welcome to Crash Champions. We Champion People.

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.

Qualifications

• 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

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements and annual updates:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan with match
• Referral Bonus (“Cash From Crash”)
• 5 Paid Holidays

We are committed to providing competitive compensation for this role. The actual offer will be based on various factors, including but not limited to: job related knowledge, skills, experience, relevant certifications and qualifications.

This position is paid on a commission/ flag rate structure. Flag pay is guaranteed to meet local minimum wage requirements for all hours worked each week. The compensation range listed is the average flag pay range for a typical full-time employee in this position.

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Posted Min Pay Rate

USD $65,000.00/Yr.

Posted Max Pay Rate

USD $161,820.00/Yr.