Auto Body Technician: Precision Repairs & Paid Training

Bonnell; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holiday time

Floating holiday

401(k) retirement plan with Company?

Paid training

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Bonnell in Louisville is seeking an automotive collision repair technician to restore damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition. You will read job orders, follow estimates, and use frame equipment and tools to repair panels and structures.

Join a team with strong safety standards, competitive pay, and opportunities to advance across multiple brands. Training and benefits accompany a career in a high-production body shop environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years collision repair experience or completion of a technical school program or apprenticeship.
• Knowledge of vehicle repair processes and manufacturer repair procedures.
• Able to read and work from job orders and estimates with little supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to use a frame machine.
• I-CAR welding certification preferred.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-production environment.
• Able to lift up to 35 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds occasionally.
• Able to bend, kneel, squat, crouch, and reach in tight or confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Repair vehicles according to the estimate and established quality standards, including removing damaged parts and installing replacements.
• Restore body panels, structural components, and outer body parts to pre-accident condition using specialized tools and equipment.
• Communicate with management regarding additional repairs, potential delays, or changes to completion times.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working order and operate all equipment safely.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and free of safety hazards at all times.
• Wear all required PPE, including eye protection.
• Assist team members with repair and vehicle preparation as needed based on schedule and workload.
• Comply with all laws and regulations governing body shop operations, including hazardous waste disposal.
• As part of CollisionRight, get local team support with resources, technology and training.
• Compensation is competitive and based on skill, experience, and certifications; paid on a commission flat-rate structure to meet minimum wage.
• Position may be dynamic and change; duties may be altered as needed.
• Equal employment and affirmative action opportunities are provided regardless of race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, origin, veteran status, or disability.

Skills

Vehicle repair

Reading job orders

Attention to detail

Frame machine operation

Welding certification preferred

Lifting 35-70 lbs

Fast-paced environment

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school program

Apprenticeship program

Tools

Frame machine

Job description

Bonnell in Louisville is seeking an automotive collision repair technician to restore damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition. You will read job orders, follow estimates, and use frame equipment and tools to repair panels and structures.

Join a team with strong safety standards, competitive pay, and opportunities to advance across multiple brands. Training and benefits accompany a career in a high-production body shop environment.