Auto Body Technician

VIVE Collision; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

VIVE Collision in Springfield, MA is seeking an Autobody Technician to repair vehicles after damage, performing structural, body, frame, and unibody work. You will assist estimators with accurate estimates and help minimize supplements, understanding repair vs.

replacement decisions to keep vehicles on schedule. The role requires independence and teamwork, a strong safety mindset, and the ability to communicate repair progress to managers and teammates.

Qualifications

• 2+ 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 efficiency, cycle time, and return rate requirements.
• Communicate with production managers and estimators on repair status and supplements.
• Follow safety guidelines and hazardous waste disposal requirements.
• Maintain an organized workspace and tool carts.

Responsibilities

• Fix autbody vehicles after damage including structural and unibody repairs.
• Assist estimator with accurate estimates and minimize supplements.
• Understand repair vs. replacement processes and make appropriate recommendations.
• Coordinate with production manager and estimators to monitor repair status.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Multi-tasking

Reading estimates

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma or GED, Vo-Tech cert

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

• 2 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