Auto Body Technician: Growth, Certifications & Competitive Pay

Crash Champions; Crest Hill (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 175,000; 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

Job summary

Crash Champions is a leading collision repair MSO with a network of over 650 state-of-the-art locations across 38 states. This role supports fast-paced, quality repairs with a focus on safety and efficiency, including a commission/flag rate compensation structure.

Position offers opportunities for growth within a large, founder-led organization and involvement in both standard and luxury EV repair centers under the Crash Champions LUXE brand.

Qualifications

• Experience using a frame machine.
• Body repair certification preferred.
• Knowledge of vehicle repair processes by manufacturer.
• I-CAR welding certification.
• Ability to analyze and interpret measuring data.
• Ability to supervise repair personnel.
• Must be able to pass thorough background check.

Responsibilities

• Examines damaged vehicles and plans repair processes.
• Works 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 and explains procedures to the assistant.

Skills

Frame machine use

Body repair certification

Vehicle repair process knowledge

I-CAR welding certification

Measuring data interpretation

Supervising repair personnel

Background check readiness

Job description

Crash Champions is a leading collision repair MSO with a network of over 650 state-of-the-art locations across 38 states. This role supports fast-paced, quality repairs with a focus on safety and efficiency, including a commission/flag rate compensation structure.

Position offers opportunities for growth within a large, founder-led organization and involvement in both standard and luxury EV repair centers under the Crash Champions LUXE brand.