Body Shop Technician

Rush Enterprises Inc.; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company matching

Employee stock purchase program

Performance-based incentives

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Job summary

Rush Enterprises Inc. is looking for a Body Shop Technician in Ashland, Virginia, to repair or replace damaged body parts to meet factory specifications. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, along with three years of body shop experience and an ICAR Welding Certificate.

This position offers competitive pay ranging from $20.00 to $40.00 per hour, alongside outstanding healthcare benefits and a 401(k) plan with company matching.

Qualifications

• Three years of body shop experience required.
• Valid driver's license and insurability.

Responsibilities

• Review repair orders and documentation thoroughly before starting work.
• Complete repairs according to factory specifications and company policies.
• Perform final quality checks on work before sending vehicles to detail department.

Skills

Repair techniques

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

ICAR Welding Certificate

Job description

A Body Shop Technician will repair or replace damaged body parts back to Pre-Accident Condition with factory and dealership specifications. Quality repair needs to meet or exceed the original factory fit and finish. The end result should be an invisible repair.

Responsibilities

• Review each repair order, work order, and estimator’s notes to understand repairs needed prior to beginning work on the vehicle.
• All repairs must be completed according to the documentation on the repair order or the supplement.
• Knowledge of the manufacturer’s and technical repair process.
• Ability to use frame and measuring equipment per vendor procedures.
• Perform initial teardown of vehicle.
• Identify parts for cut-in and edging.
• Perform all repair procedures according to factory specifications and company policy. I-Car Standard.
• Perform and sign-off on all quality check before sending vehicle to paint department.
• Re-assemble painted vehicle and painted parts.
• Perform a final quality check and review of work order prior to sending the vehicle to the detail department.
• Work with apprentice or lesser skilled technicians in developing repair skills.

Benefits

• We offer an exceptional Total Rewards package with outstanding healthcare benefits, a robust 401(k) plan with company matching, and an employee stock purchase program to help you build long-term financial security. Additionally, we provide performance-based incentives and opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training and development. All of this is within a culture that values and rewards excellence, a positive attitude, and integrity, ensuring you thrive personally and professionally.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Three years’ body shop experience.
• ICAR Welding Certificate.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability.

Compensation

Minimum Pay Rate: USD $20.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay Rate: USD $40.00/Hr.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled