Auto Body Technician & Frame Repair Specialist

Crash Champions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k Retirement Plan with match

Referral Bonus

5 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Crash Champions in Houston is seeking a skilled Body Repair Technician to join our fast-growing team. You will examine damaged vehicles, plan repairs, and perform high-quality repairs while keeping on-time status in mind.

You will work with a team, decide on repair vs replacement based on safety and cost, supervise apprentices when needed, and participate in safety meetings. Certification and I-CAR welding knowledge are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a frame machine.
• Certification in body repair is preferred.
• Knowledge of vehicle repair processes by manufacturer.
• I-CAR welding certification is required or preferred.
• Ability to analyze and interpret measuring data.
• Ability to supervise repair personnel and mentor apprentices.

Responsibilities

• Examines damaged vehicle and efficiently plans repair process.
• Works and communicates with others on vehicle repair status.
• Performs quality repairs while keeping on-time status in mind.
• Makes decisions on repair vs. replace considering safety, cost, and cycle time.
• Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle and fenders.
• Participates in all required safety meetings.
• Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
• Directs the work of an apprentice in the performance of tasks when needed.

Skills

Frame machine proficiency

Repair process knowledge

I-CAR welding certification

Measuring data interpretation

Supervising repair personnel

Job description

Crash Champions in Houston is seeking a skilled Body Repair Technician to join our fast-growing team. You will examine damaged vehicles, plan repairs, and perform high-quality repairs while keeping on-time status in mind.

You will work with a team, decide on repair vs replacement based on safety and cost, supervise apprentices when needed, and participate in safety meetings. Certification and I-CAR welding knowledge are highly valued.