Auto Body Technician - Flat Rate

Crash Champions; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Crash Champions is seeking a skilled technician to join their team in Summerville, SC. The role involves examining damaged vehicles, planning repairs, and ensuring quality work is performed. Candidates should have experience with vehicle repair processes and the ability to supervise others. The company offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits, including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Group Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with match

Referral Bonus

5 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Ability to supervise repair personnel.
• Knowledge of vehicle repair processes by manufacturer.

Responsibilities

• Examine damaged vehicle and plan repair process.
• Communicate with team regarding repair status.
• Perform quality repairs within time constraints.

Skills

Frame Machine Operation

Vehicle Repair Knowledge

Supervisory Skills

Education

I-CAR Welding Certification

Body Repair Certification

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 services in the U.S. The company also operates the growing Crash Champions LUXE | EV Certified brand of highline and luxury EV repair centers, servicing customers at more than 650 state-of-the-art locations across 38 states.

Founded in 1999 as a single Chicago repair center by industry veteran and 2023 EY Entrepreneur of the Year Midwest award winner Matt Ebert, 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

• Examine damaged vehicle and efficiently plan repair process.
• Communicate with team members regarding vehicle repair status.
• Perform quality repairs while adhering to time constraints.
• Decide on repair vs. replace considering safety, cost, and cycle time.
• Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to access vehicle components.
• Participate in all required safety meetings.
• File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces using power and hand tools.
• Supervise and guide apprentices or repair personnel when needed, explaining procedures and resolving issues.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a frame machine.
• Certification in body repair preferred.
• Knowledge of vehicle repair processes by manufacturer.
• I-CAR welding certification.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting measuring data.
• Ability to supervise repair personnel.
• Ability to pass a thorough background check.

Benefits

The company offers the following benefits, subject to eligibility and annual updates:

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

We are committed to providing competitive compensation. The actual offer will depend on factors such as skills, experience, certifications, and qualifications.

This position is paid on a commission/flag rate structure, with guaranteed minimum wage for all hours worked. The listed compensation range reflects the typical full-time pay for this role.

Posted Min Pay Rate

USD $65,000.00/Yr.

Posted Max Pay Rate

USD $156,960.00/Yr.