Auto Body Technician: Fast, Precise Repairs & Benefits

Gerber Collision & Glass; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual PTO

Paid parental leave

6 paid holidays

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & 5

Job summary

Gerber Collision & Glass in Springfield, IL, is seeking an Auto Body Technician to restore vehicles to pre‑accident condition with precision and speed. You will disassemble, repair, reassemble, and refinish vehicles, while providing a great customer experience and meeting KPIs.

Join a team that values safety, quality, and teamwork. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent; technical schooling or apprenticeship preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical school program or a 3-year apprenticeship preferred.
• Ability to read job orders and work with very little supervision.
• Understanding of vehicle body repair methods and tools.

Responsibilities

• Assess and repair vehicles to restore pre-accident condition.
• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble vehicles and parts.
• Prepare cost estimates for customers."
• Ensure all work meets KPIs and quality standards.
• Inspect vehicles after repair to verify workmanship.

Skills

Reading job orders

Teamwork

Quality-focused

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school or 3-year apprenticeship

Tools

Cutting guns

Plasma cutters

Hydraulic jacks

Hammers & pliers

Paint prep tools

Job description

Gerber Collision & Glass in Springfield, IL, is seeking an Auto Body Technician to restore vehicles to pre‑accident condition with precision and speed. You will disassemble, repair, reassemble, and refinish vehicles, while providing a great customer experience and meeting KPIs.

Join a team that values safety, quality, and teamwork. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent; technical schooling or apprenticeship preferred.