Auto Body Technician

Gerber Collision & Glass; Mills River (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual paid time off

Paid parental leave

6 paid holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance Day 1

401(k) with company match

Short-term disability & life insurance

Job summary

Gerber Collision & Glass is seeking an Auto Body Technician to deliver exceptional customer experiences by accurately assessing damage and performing high-quality repairs. You will disassemble, repair, and reassemble vehicles, aiming to restore them to pre-accident condition and act as a brand ambassador within the shop.

Responsibilities include planning repair work, producing cost estimates, and using a variety of tools to repair and replace vehicle sections.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble vehicles to restore pre-accident condition.
• Plan repair work and prepare cost estimates.
• Use tools to repair vehicle sections (cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, pliers).
• Hammer out dents and apply filler resins where needed.
• Realign chassis and frames to address structural damage.
• Replace or repair damaged sections and glass as needed.
• Weld or attach parts and repaint to factory standards.
• Complete work orders within labor time guidelines and inspect repairs.

Skills

Read orders

Team collaboration

Repair body methods

Use tools

Education

HS Diploma

Technical program or apprenticeship

Tools

Cutting guns

Plasma cutters

Hydraulic jacks

Hammers

Pliers

Job description

Gerber Collision & Glass is a leader in collision and glass services, providing an elite infrastructure and supportive environment that empowers employees to perform at the highest level.

We welcome unique talents from all backgrounds, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Description

The Auto Body Technician will provide exceptional customer experiences through meticulous assessment and quality repair, restoring vehicles to pre‑accident condition. Responsibilities include disassembling, repairing, and reassembling vehicles, meeting KPIs, and acting as a brand ambassador.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
• Plan repair work and prepare cost estimates.
• Use tools (cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, pliers) to repair vehicle sections.
• Hammer out dents and dimples, mix and apply filler resins where necessary.
• Realign chassis and frames to address structural damage.
• Remove damaged sections and replace with new or aftermarket parts; repair or replace glass as needed.
• Replace or repair interior parts as required.
• Weld or attach parts, repaint vehicles with factory‑specified paint or agreed‑to equivalents.
• Attempt to complete work orders within labor time guidelines and inspect vehicles after repair.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a technical school program or a 3‑year apprenticeship as an auto body repairer.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Read job orders and work with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with other repairers within the shop.
• Understand methods and procedures for repairing vehicle bodies.
• Know how to use required tools.

Other Requirements

• Work safely in noisy areas with odors.
• Lift up to 30 pounds at times.
• Visually inspect damage in various weather conditions.
• Bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.

Benefits

• Annual paid time off.
• 2 weeks paid parental leave for full‑time employees working at least 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 safety glasses annually.
• Annual voluntary uniform stipend.
• Voluntary daily pay option.

About Us

Gerber Collision & Glass has been WOWing customers with our collision repair services for over 80 years.

Compensation

Flat rate compensation, estimated $50,000–$150,000 per year, performance‑based and tied to booked hours. Minimum wage guarantee applies to clocked hours.

We recognize the physical demands of this role and will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities.