Auto Body Technician

Jobtailor; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 27,552 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced auto body repair technician to examine damaged vehicles, plan repair workflows, and perform high-quality repairs on schedule. The role involves coordinating with colleagues, deciding between repair and replacement, and mentoring an apprentice when needed, all while adhering to safety standards.

The position requires understanding of vehicle repair processes, frame machine operation, and a commitment to thorough, quality workmanship.

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.

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.

Skills

Frame machine usage

Body repair certification

Vehicle repair process knowledge

I-CAR welding certified

Measuring data analysis

Supervise repair personnel

Background check clearance

Job description

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