Auto Body Technician - Precision Collision Repair

CARSTAR Franchising, Inc.; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CARSTAR Franchising, Inc. in Garland, TX is seeking an Auto Body Technician to restore vehicles to pre-accident condition according to industry standards and factory specs. The role requires performing repairs per APS, evaluating repair-or-replace decisions, and coordinating with the Production Manager and estimators to track progress and quality.

A valid license and tools are required. Experience with frame measuring equipment and welding is preferred; I-CAR/ASE certifications are advantageous.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of auto body collision repair experience required.
• High School diploma/GED required, collision tech graduate preferred.
• I-CAR certification or ASE training required.
• I-CAR welding and ASE Structural (B4) certification strongly preferred.
• Experience using frame and measuring equipment.
• History of working independently and in a team environment.
• Highly organized, able to handle multiple concurrent assignments.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Must provide own tools (in working order)

Responsibilities

• Repair damaged vehicles following APS and RO.
• Make repair or replace decisions on safety, costs, and cycle time.
• Remove upholstery and trim to access areas.
• Perform structural or replacement repairs, airbags, and some mechanical work.
• Perform sheet metal welding and metal finishing.
• File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces with power and hand tools.
• Communicate with Production Manager and Estimators on repair status.
• Meet CARSTAR efficiency and on-time delivery targets.
• Follow safety procedures and hazardous waste disposal.
• Keep work area clean and organized; manage carts.
• Follow CARSTAR quality control processes and inspections.
• Perform duties safely.
• Attend daily release meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Auto body repair

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Highly organized

Multi-tasking

Valid driver's license

Education

High School diploma/GED

Collision tech graduate preferred

I-CAR certification or ASE training

I-CAR welding certification

ASE Structural (B4) certification

Tools

Frame measuring equipment

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

CARSTAR Franchising, Inc. in Garland, TX is seeking an Auto Body Technician to restore vehicles to pre-accident condition according to industry standards and factory specs. The role requires performing repairs per APS, evaluating repair-or-replace decisions, and coordinating with the Production Manager and estimators to track progress and quality.

A valid license and tools are required. Experience with frame measuring equipment and welding is preferred; I-CAR/ASE certifications are advantageous.