Auto Body Technician - Competitive Pay & Benefits

Gerber Collision & Glass; Tifton (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Benefits

Job summary

Gerber Collision & Glass in Tifton, GA is seeking an auto body repair technician. You will plan and perform vehicle repairs, using a range of tools, realign frames, replace parts, and repaint as needed. You’ll work with other technicians to meet quality standards and safety guidelines.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus technical training or a 3-year apprenticeship. Candidates should be able to lift up to 30 pounds and work in a busy shop environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a technical school program or 3-year apprenticeship.
• Ability to read job orders with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with others in an auto body shop.
• Thorough understanding of repair methods and tools.

Responsibilities

• Plans required repair work and prepares cost estimates.
• Repairs vehicle bodies using relevant tools and techniques.
• Hammer dents and applies fillers when needed.
• Realigns chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
• Replaces damaged sections with new or aftermarket parts.
• Replaces or repairs glass, interior parts, and paints as needed.
• Welds and fits parts into place; ensures correct assembly.
• Inspects vehicles to ensure work is completed correctly.

Skills

Read job orders

Team collaboration

Vehicle body repair basics

Tool handling

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school or apprenticeship

Tools

Cutting guns

Plasma cutters

Hydraulic jacks

Welding equipment

Job description

Gerber Collision & Glass in Tifton, GA is seeking an auto body repair technician. You will plan and perform vehicle repairs, using a range of tools, realign frames, replace parts, and repaint as needed. You’ll work with other technicians to meet quality standards and safety guidelines.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus technical training or a 3-year apprenticeship. Candidates should be able to lift up to 30 pounds and work in a busy shop environment.