Auto Body Technician: Frame, Paint & Collision Repair

Volvo Cars; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance options

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and growth

Job summary

Ourisman Automotive Group in Bethesda, MD is seeking a skilled Body Shop Technician to perform high-quality repairs on damaged vehicles. You will work with frame machines, welders, sanders, and paint equipment to restore exteriors to pre-accident condition, adhering to safety standards and customer expectations.

The ideal candidate has proven auto body repair experience, knowledge of collision repair and refinishing, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as auto body technician or similar role.
• Skilled with auto body repair tools including welders, sanders, paint guns and frame machines.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle structures, collision repair, and refinishing.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality repairs.
• Able to lift heavy parts and work in tight spaces.
• ASE or I-CAR certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles to assess damage and plan repairs.
• Repair vehicle bodies: dent removal, panel replacement, frame straightening, welding.
• Sand, grind, prime, and refinish damaged areas.
• Paint and apply finishes to match color and texture.
• Replace damaged parts with new or refurbished components.
• Use frame straightening equipment to restore structure.
• Follow collision repair specs and safety regulations.
• Explain repair processes to customers and provide job status updates.
• Document repairs, parts used, and labor time for each job.

Skills

Auto body experience

Repair tools & equipment

Vehicle structures knowledge

Attention to detail

Physical ability

ASE/I-CAR certification (plus)

Tools

Welders

Sanders

Paint guns

Frame machines

Job description

Ourisman Automotive Group in Bethesda, MD is seeking a skilled Body Shop Technician to perform high-quality repairs on damaged vehicles. You will work with frame machines, welders, sanders, and paint equipment to restore exteriors to pre-accident condition, adhering to safety standards and customer expectations.

The ideal candidate has proven auto body repair experience, knowledge of collision repair and refinishing, and strong attention to detail.