Body Shop Technician

Rush Enterprises Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Rush Enterprises Inc. is seeking a Body Shop Technician in Baton Rouge to restore Class 8 diesel equipment to pre-accident condition.

You will repair or replace damaged body components following factory and dealership specifications, work with repair orders, and ensure quality at every major step. You will perform teardown, identify parts, and execute repairs with I-CAR standards, while mentoring apprentices.

Qualifications

• Must have basic understanding of body shop repairs and quality checks.
• Experience mentoring or coaching apprentices is a plus.
• Familiarity with factory and dealership specifications is required.

Responsibilities

• Review repair orders, work orders, and estimator notes before starting repairs.
• Complete repairs according to repair orders or supplements.
• Utilize frame and measuring equipment per vendor specs.
• Perform initial teardown of Class 8 diesel equipment.
• Identify parts for cut-in and edging.
• Follow factory specifications and I-CAR standards for repairs.
• Sign-off on all quality checks before sending to paint department.
• Re-assemble painted equipment and parts.
• Conduct final quality review before returning to detail.
• Assist apprentices or less-skilled technicians to develop repair skills.

Skills

Quality checks

Apprentice supervision

Frame & measuring tools

Education

GED / high school diploma

3 years body shop experience

ICAR Welding Certificate

Valid driver's license

Job description

Ready for a career change or just starting out? As a Body Shop Technician, you play a critical role in restoring class 8 diesel equipment to its original beauty and performance after damage. In this role, you will expertly repair or replace damaged body components, bringing Class 8 diesel equipment back to pre-accident conditions while adhering to strict factory and dealership specifications.

• Review each repair order, work order, and estimator's notes to understand repairs needed prior to beginning work on any class 8 diesel equipment.
• All repairs must be completed according to the documentation on the repair order or the supplement.
• Knowledge of the manufacturers and technical repair process.
• Ability to use frame and measuring equipment per vendor specifications.
• Perform initial teardown of Class 8 diesel equipment.
• 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 checks before sending Class 8 diesel equipment to paint department.
• Re-assemble painted Class 8 diesel equipment and painted parts.
• Perform a final quality check and review of work order prior to sending the Class 8 diesel equipment to the detail department.
• Work with apprentices 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

This job posting does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their leader.

Minimum Pay Rate

USD $20.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay Rate

USD $45.00/Hr.