Auto Body Technician - Flat Rate

Crash Champions; Lutz (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly growing team dedicated to superior collision repair service! In this role, you'll examine damaged vehicles, plan efficient repairs, and ensure quality work while collaborating with others. You'll also have the opportunity to lead and mentor apprentices. This innovative firm values its people and offers a supportive environment where your skills in vehicle repair and supervision will shine. With a focus on safety and quality, your contributions will directly impact customer satisfaction and the company's success. If you're passionate about automotive repair and want to be part of a team that champions people, this is the perfect opportunity 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 use frame machine and analyze measuring data.
• Certification in body repair and I-CAR welding preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Frame machine operation

Analyzing measuring data

Supervising repair personnel

Education

Certification in body repair

I-CAR welding certification

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Champions Do More

As one of the fastest-growing and most exciting brands in the industry, Crash Champions is the largest founder-led multi-shop operator (MSO) of high-quality collision repair service in the U.S. The company, which also operates the growing Crash Champions LUXE | EV Certified brand of highline and luxury EV repair centers, services customers at more than 650 state-of-the-art locations in 38 states across the U.S. Crash Champions was founded in 1999 as a single Chicago repair center by industry veteran and 2023 EY Entrepreneur of the Year Midwest award winner Matt Ebert. For more than 25 years, our vision has been anchored by the belief that delivering superior collision repair service is about People First. Welcome to Crash Champions. We Champion People.

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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