Body Shop Technician

Mac Haik Enterprises LTD.; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plans with Company M

Opportunities for advancement

Great culture

5 day work week

Job summary

Mac Haik Ford in Texas is hiring a Body Shop Technician (Mechanical & Body) to perform collision and repair work to dealership and factory standards. This role requires hands-on skill, safety focus, and the ability to work with a team on a busy shop floor.

We offer competitive hourly wages ($20–$28 for body tech, $30–$42 for mechanical tech), comprehensive medical/dental/vision, a 401(k) with company match, and opportunities for advancement in a great culture with a 5-day work week.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Body Shop Technician experience required.
• I-CAR and welding certifications (steel & aluminum).
• Understand written estimates and OEC procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle collision and repair work to dealership and factory standards.
• Perform body work including welding, soldering, alignment, and related tasks.
• Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Notify supervisor if repairs cannot be completed on time.
• Maintain safety and keep shop area clean and organized.

Skills

Body Shop Experience

I-CAR Certification

Welding Certification

Estimate Reading

Job description

At Mac Haik Ford, we take the full-service experience to a whole new level--and that goes beyond just shopping for a new or used vehicle. The team at Mac Haik Ford is so proud to be an active member of a thriving, warm, and vibrant community full of adventurous and driven people.

Now Hiring

Body Shop Technician (Mechanical & Body )

• $20 - $28 / hr for body tech.
• $30 - $42 / hr for mechanical technician

The Body Shop Technician position performs vehicle collision and repair work as assigned in accordance with dealership and factory standards. The Body Shop Technician is responsible for maintaining the requisite technical knowledge and skill to efficiently and accurately repair vehicles.

Skills / Qualities Preferred Include:

• 2+ years of Body Shop Technician experience required
• I-Car and welding certifications (steel & aluminum)
• Understand written estimates and OEC procedures

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle collision and repair work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards to drive customer loyalty.
• Perform all body work including welding, soldering, body alignment and oxidizing operations.
• Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Notify body shop supervisor and/or estimator immediately if additional repair is required or not needed.
• Notify shop supervisor and/or estimator immediately if repairs can't be completed within time promised.
• Document all work performed on the RO including recording cause of failure.
• Maintain the highest possible standards of workmanship; perform quality checks.
• Supervise work of any apprentice technicians as assigned.
• Ensure that customer vehicles are kept clean and are only driven for business purpose.
• Keep shop area neat, clean; must account for all dealership-owned tools at all times.
• Stay current in the latest collision and repair methods across a number of brands; stay informed of latest bulletins, manuals and other publications.
• Participate in collision and repair training activities; attend factory-sponsored classes.
• Meet customer service standards by achieving 'above district' customer service information 'CSI' scores.
• Follow established safety protocols; report any shop equipment in improper working condition; immediately report safety incidents.
• Understand, keep informed of, and comply with federal, state and local regulations that affect service operations, such as hazardous waste disposal and OSHA right-to-know.
• Safeguard dealership assets and customer data.
• Complete required training assigned through the company training portal.
• Adhere to consistent and reliable work schedule.
• Demonstrate ethical business practices and integrity in all interactions to uphold the Mac Haik Automotive group brand.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Successful completion of pre-employment screening
• Authorization to work in the USA

Here’s what we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plans with Company Match
• Opportunities for advancement
• Great culture
• 5 day work week

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination / harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.