Body Shop Technician

Mark Porter Ford; Ashland, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Mark Porter Auto Group in Ashland, Kentucky seeks a skilled Body Shop Technician who takes pride in restoring vehicles to factory standards. You will handle dent removal, panel replacement, and structural repairs in a family‑owned shop that values honesty and steady professional growth.

Join a supportive team, prep surfaces for paint, ensure color matching, and collaborate with service to meet timelines while maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

Qualifications

• I-CAR certification or equivalent technical training.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Proficiency in frame repair, panel alignment, and vehicle refinishing.
• Capability to operate standard body shop tools, frame racks, and spray booths.
• High attention to detail when identifying structural and cosmetic damage.
• Understanding of vehicle safety systems and modern automotive electronics.

Responsibilities

• Assess incoming vehicles and document necessary repairs to restore them to factory standards.
• Perform high-quality body work, including dent removal, panel replacement, and structural repairs.
• Prep surfaces for paint, ensuring smooth application and perfect color matching.
• Collaborate with the service team to ensure all repairs are completed within our estimated timelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace to uphold safety and efficiency in the shop.
• Inspect finished repairs to ensure every vehicle meets our rigorous quality benchmarks before heading back to the customer.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality workmanship

Team collaboration

Education

I-CAR certification

Tools

Frame racks

Spray booths

Body shop tools

Job description

Job Description

At Mark Porter Auto Group in Ashland, Kentucky, we know that our reputation is built on the precision of our craft and the pride we take in every vehicle that rolls through our shop. We are looking for a skilled Body Shop Technician to join our welcoming team—someone who values quality as much as we do and enjoys seeing a project through to a perfect finish. When you walk through our doors, you are not just an employee; you are a vital part of a family-owned business that has been serving our community for years. We provide a space where you can focus on your skill set, improve your technique, and enjoy a supportive shop environment where everyone looks out for one another. If you take genuine pride in restoring vehicles to their best condition and appreciate a workplace that values honesty and steady, professional growth, we would love to have you on board. Come grow your career with us and help us continue to set the standard for automotive excellence in Ashland.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Health Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Life Insurance


• Disability Insurance


• Retirement Plan

Responsibilities

Assess incoming vehicles and document necessary repairs to restore them to factory standards.

Perform high-quality body work, including dent removal, panel replacement, and structural repairs.

Prep surfaces for paint, ensuring smooth application and perfect color matching.

Collaborate with the service team to ensure all repairs are completed within our estimated timelines.

Maintain a clean and organized workspace to uphold safety and efficiency in the shop.

Inspect finished repairs to ensure every vehicle meets our rigorous quality benchmarks before heading back to the customer.

Requirements

I-CAR certification or equivalent technical training.

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Proficiency in frame repair, panel alignment, and vehicle refinishing.

Capability to operate standard body shop tools, frame racks, and spray booths.

High attention to detail when identifying structural and cosmetic damage.

Understanding of vehicle safety systems and modern automotive electronics.