Auto Body Technician — Fast, Precise Vehicle Repair Expert

Gerber Collision & Glass; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual PTO

Parental leave

Holiday pay

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance

Continuing Education

Safety glasses provided

Uniform stipend

Daily pay option

Job summary

Gerber Collision & Glass is hiring an Auto Body Technician to assess and repair vehicles to pre-accident condition. You will disassemble, repair, reassemble parts, and ensure repairs meet quality and speed standards.

The role requires reading job orders, using tools, and collaborating with teammates in a busy shop. You will work with cutting-edge equipment and must be able to lift up to 30 pounds while maintaining safety and accuracy across repairs, replacements, and refinishing tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical school program or 3-year apprenticeship preferred.
• Ability to read job orders and follow instructions with minimal supervision.
• Thorough understanding of vehicle body repair methods and safety procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Disassembles, repairs, and reassembles vehicles to pre-accident condition.
• Realigns chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
• Replaces damaged sections with new or aftermarket parts and services glass as needed.
• Prepares and applies factory-specified paint or matching color finishes.

Skills

Read job orders

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tool proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school program or 3-year apprenticeship

Tools

Cutting guns

Plasma cutters

Hydraulic jacks

Hammers

Pliers

Welding

Job description

Gerber Collision & Glass is hiring an Auto Body Technician to assess and repair vehicles to pre-accident condition. You will disassemble, repair, reassemble parts, and ensure repairs meet quality and speed standards.

The role requires reading job orders, using tools, and collaborating with teammates in a busy shop. You will work with cutting-edge equipment and must be able to lift up to 30 pounds while maintaining safety and accuracy across repairs, replacements, and refinishing tasks.