Auto Body Technician

Cumberland Collision Center; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Collision Center in Somerset, KY seeks an Auto Body Technician to repair damaged vehicle body parts per standards and estimates. You will remove, replace and refinish components, align structural elements and ensure quality finish. The role requires attention to detail, safety, and ability to work in a fast-paced shop with strict timelines.

Experience in collision repair (1–3 years) and knowledge of vehicle structures are preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in collision repair with 1–3 years in the field.
• Solid knowledge of vehicle structures and how to remove/replace components.
• Demonstration of safe work practices and PPE compliance.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Repairs vehicles per estimate and standards and prepares them for body work.
• Removes damaged parts and installs replacement parts using specialized tools.
• Restores bodywork to original condition and realigns structural components.
• Communicates with management about additional repairs or delays.
• Maintains tools and keeps the work area clean and safe.

Skills

Vehicle structure knowledge

Collision repair experience

Safety precautions

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Career Opportunities with Cumberland Collision Center

The Auto Body Technician is responsible for repairing damaged vehicle body parts in accordance with company specifications, processes and time standards. The Auto Body Technician is skilled in analyzing, assessing and fixing damaged vehicles. This role is responsible for repairing, replacing and refinishing outer body parts. This position will also be skilled in fixing internal automotive structures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Repairs vehicles per estimate and according to established standards. This position prepares vehicles for body repair work. Additionally, the Auto Body Technician will be challenged with restoring bodywork to its original condition. This may include removing damaged parts and installing replacement parts utilizing specialized tools to repair the damage and realign structural components.

Communicates with management regarding any additional repairs that may be needed on a customer’s vehicle. Notifies management of any difficulties or problems that may prevent a quality job from being performed or cause a change in the promised completion/delivery time.

Maintains tools and equipment in good working order. Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner. Ensures that the work area is organized, clean and free of safety hazards.

Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective equipment, including eye protection.

Cooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehicles, often dependent upon schedule and area of expertise.

Understands, keeps abreast of and complies with federal, state and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent

Solid working knowledge of the processes, techniques and materials used in repairing automotive equipment with a minimum of 1-3 years of experience working in the collision repair arena.

Possess extensive knowledge of vehicle structure to remove and replace damaged components, such as doors, windscreens and fenders.

Demonstration of safety precautions required in performing the work in this position.

Possess a strong attention to detail in addition to the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Strength to perform average lifting up to 35 pounds and occasionally over 70 pounds.

Demonstrated agility, equilibrium and coordination as required when climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling and balancing under precarious conditions.

Strong arm, hand and finger dexterity with demonstrated physical capacity to reach, handle, and feel in tight confined spaces with limited visibility.

Ability to work in high performance, fast-paced production environment.

This position description is intended to be dynamic and subject to change. Position requirements and essential functions may be altered from time to time based upon the needs of the organization and department. This position may be required to execute special projects or other related duties on occasion.