Auto Body Technician

The Final Touch Auto Restoration; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1 week paid vacation after 1 year

2 weeks paid vacation after 2 years

Discretionary cash bonuses

Christmas Bonus

No health insurance

Job summary

The Final Touch Auto Restoration is expanding its skilled team in Lincoln, NE, offering full-time restoration technician positions. Ideal candidates will handle collision repair tasks, use their own basic hand tools, and bring welding knowledge as a plus. Hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.

to 5:00 p.m., with an hourly wage commensurate with experience and a 90-day probationary period. Team members must prioritize safety, work well independently and with others, and maintain high attention to

Qualifications

• Experience in collision repair including dent repair and panel replacement.
• Good understanding of metals, adhesives and repair techniques for panels.
• Be comfortable with using basic hand tools and power tools in restoration work.
• Basic understanding of how vehicle systems (electrical, braking, suspension) are affected by collision damage.
• Welding knowledge is a definite plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform collision repair work with precision and attention to detail.
• Utilize hand and power tools to restore panels to original shape and form.
• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
• Collaborate with team members to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Mechanical experience

Diagnostic ability

Teamwork

Tools

Basic hand tools

Power tools

Job description

The Final TouchAuto Restoration, the premier auto restoration shop in this region, is looking to expand its team of restoration technicians! We have multiple positions open and are looking for team members who take pride in their work and are committed to doing an exceptional job for our customers.

Applicant Requirements:

• Collision repair: Experience in basic body work and repair techniques (e.g. dent repair, panel replacement and understanding of how to restore vehicle body panels to their original shape and form) and a good understanding of different types of metals, adhesives and the appropriate repair techniques fo each.
• Tools: Must provide own basic hand tools as well as have an understanding and be comfortable with their use and use of power tools used in the retoration process.
• Welding: Understand welding techniques for joining and repairing metal components in vehicle body repair. Applicants with welding experience and knowledge a definite plus!
• Vehicle Systems: Basic understanding of how different vehicle systems (e.g. electrical, braking and suspension) can be affected by collsion damage and how to address those issues during repairs. Applicants with mechanical experience and knowledge (e.g. motor\transmission, suspension, rear end and body wiring) a definite plus!
• Diagnostic: Be able to identify the basic cause of a problem and determine the necessary repair.
• Safety: Must be knowledgeable about safety protocols, personal protective equipment and be able to maintain a clean work environment.
• Attention to Detail: An absolute must! The work will require precision and accuracy with diligent attention to detail. Technicians will also require the ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. No weekends. (Hours could be adjusted if needed during seasonal weather, e.g. excessive heat or cold.)

Salary: Commensurate with experience and is paid on an hourly basis. There will be a 90 day probationary period.

Benefits:

• 1 week paid vacation after 1 year.
• 2 weeks paid vacation after 2 years.
• Discretionary cash bonuses.
• Christmas Bonus.
• No health insurance.

Thank you for your attention and we look forward to meeting you!