Auto Body Technician - Flat Rate

Crash Champions; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and rapidly growing company in the collision repair industry, where your skills in vehicle repair and leadership will shine. This role involves examining damaged vehicles, planning efficient repair processes, and ensuring quality outcomes while collaborating with a team. You'll have the opportunity to lead apprentices and participate in safety meetings, all while working in a state-of-the-art facility. With a commitment to trust and excellence, this innovative firm offers a supportive environment for your professional growth. If you're passionate about automotive repair and looking for a rewarding career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k Retirement Plan with match

Referral Bonus

5 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Ability to efficiently plan vehicle repair processes.
• Knowledge of vehicle repair processes by manufacturer.

Responsibilities

• Examine damaged vehicles and plan repair processes efficiently.
• Perform quality repairs while maintaining on-time status.

Skills

Frame machine operation

Analyzing and interpreting measuring data

Supervising repair personnel

Education

Certification in body repair

I-CAR welding certification

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Champions Do More

At Crash Champions, We Believe the Difference is Trust. Crash Champions is one of the fastest growing and most exciting brands in the collision repair industry. The company is the largest founder-led multi-shop operator (MSO) of high-quality collision repair service in the U.S., serving customers and business partners at more than 600 state-of-the-art repair centers in 36 states across the U.S. Crash Champions was founded in 1999 as a single Chicago repair center by industry veteran and 2022 MSO Executive of the Year, Matt Ebert. For more information, and to locate a local repair center, visit www.crashchampions.com.

Responsibilities

1. Examines damaged vehicle and efficiently plans repair process.
2. Works and communicates with others on vehicle repair status.
3. Performs quality repairs while keeping on-time status in mind.
4. Makes decisions on repair vs. replace considering safety, cost, and cycle time.
5. Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle and fenders.
6. Participates in all required safety meetings.
7. Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
8. Directs the work of an apprentice in the performance of tasks when needed, i.e., unusual problems or questions, and explains procedures to assistant.

Qualifications

1. Ability to use frame machine.
2. Certification in body repair preferred.
3. Knowledge of vehicle repair process by manufacturer.
4. I-CAR welding certified.
5. Skill in analyzing and interpreting measuring data.
6. Ability to supervise repair personnel.
7. Must be able to pass thorough background check.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements and annual updates:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan with match
• Referral Bonus (“Crash From Crash”)
• 5 Paid Holidays

We are committed to providing competitive compensation for this role. The actual offer will be based on various factors, including but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, experience, relevant certifications, and qualifications.

This position is paid on a commission/flag rate structure. Flag pay is guaranteed to meet local minimum wage requirements for all hours worked each week. The compensation range listed is the average flag pay range for a typical full-time employee in this position.

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