Auto Body Technician

VIVE Collision; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

VIVE Collision in Newington, CT is seeking an experienced Autobody Technician to repair damaged vehicles. You will perform structural, body, frame, and unibody repairs with attention to quality and safety.

You will assist estimators with accurate estimates, review repair versus replacement options, and ensure work orders are completed on schedule. Valid ICAR and OEM training is preferred, and you must provide your own tools.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of auto-body collision experience.
• Knowledge of structural or replacement repairs, airbag replacement, and some mechanical work.
• Ability to read and understand basic instructions, written estimates, and work orders.
• Complies with safety guidelines and waste disposal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Fix damaged vehicles with quality structural, body, frame, and unibody repairs.
• Assist estimators with accurate estimates and minimize supplements.
• Understand repair vs. replacement decisions and communicate effectively.

Skills

Independent work

Team player

Organizational

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Auto Body Vo-Tech certification

ICAR and OEM training

Tools

Own tools

Job description

The Autobody Technician is responsible for fixing a vehicle after its damage. You will perform quality structural, body, frame, and unibody repairs. Also, assisting the estimator with accurate estimates and minimizing the need for supplements. Understanding the repair vs. replacement process is vital in the position.

Job Requirements

• 5 plus years of auto-body collision experience
• Replacing and repairing bolt-on and weld-on panels
• knowledge of structural or replacement repairs, airbag replacement, and some mechanical work
• Meet or exceed the company’s requirements for tech efficiency, cycle time (to keep vehicles on schedule for on-time delivery), and return rate
• Work and communicate with the production manager and estimators on the vehicle repair status, including supplements
• Utilize all required safety equipment, follow proper repair procedures, and adhere to all requirements for hazardous waste disposal
• Keep personal work area organized and clean, returns tools, and maintains parts/materials carts in an organized manner

Skills & Qualifications

• ICAR and OEM training preferred
• HS Diploma or GED, Auto Body Vo-Tech certification strongly preferred
• History of working independently and in a team environment
• Highly organized, able to handle multiple concurrent assignments
• Must provide own tools (in working order)
• Complies with the manufacturer and dealer safety guidelines and standards
• Ability to effectively communicate with others
• Ability to read and understand basic instructions, written estimates, and work orders
• Multi-tasking; adapt quickly to the fast-paced environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stoop, bend, squat, kneel, and pull
• Extended periods of kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping to complete or inspect repairs
• Carry and lift heavy objects (up to 80lbs)
• Manual dexterity and eye/hand coordination to operate equipment