Body Shop Technician

BrightStar Care; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K Plan + Match

Paid time off and vacation

Short/Long Term Disability

Growth opportunities

Paid Training

Great Facility

Health and wellness

Discounts on products and services

Job summary

Highway Motors is seeking an automotive repair technician with experience in welding, mechanical and electrical systems to service trucks and trailers. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and inspecting components, performing road tests, and ensuring work aligns with dealership and factory standards.

Applicants should have welding or related repair experience, a valid driver’s license, and a willingness to learn. This on-site position offers growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Welding, suspension, framework experience a plus; willing to learn/train.
• Damage analysis and estimating skills are beneficial.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve parts required for repair; review repair orders and estimates; follow warranty guidelines.
• Adjust, replace, and repair truck and trailer components and related systems; perform truck body repairs and alignments.
• Road test vehicles when necessary to ensure quality repair.
• Maintain knowledge of repair processes and manufacturer's guidelines.
• Perform work as outlined on repair estimates with accuracy and efficiency.
• Teardown and inspect for additional or hidden repairs.
• Advise estimator of additional damage or needs and alert if repairs cannot be completed on time.

Skills

Welding

Mechanical repair

Electrical repair

Diagnostics

Certification willingness

Job description

Highway Motors believes that no organization is any better than the people who work for it. Therefore, it is of the utmost importance that we set high standards of integrity with an aggressive, enthusiastic attitude in all that we do. We promise to maintain a well-trained workforce and a safe, modern facility in order to render our customers the best possible support and to provide our employees a secure future.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K Plan + Match
• Paid time off and vacation
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Growth opportunities
• Paid Training
• Great Facility
• Health and wellness
• Discounts on products and services

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve parts required for repair; review repair orders, work order, and Body Shop Managers estimate notes; follow warranty guidelines; notify supervisor of any repair add-ons.
• Adjust, replace, and repair all series of truck and trailer equipment (e.g., sheet metal repairs, fiberglass/ panel repairs, fabrication and structural welding, installation and alignment of truck cab body components, electrical and mechanical repairs, etc.).
• Road test vehicles when necessary to ensure quality repair.
• Maintain current knowledge of job and technical skills including truck manufacturer’s repair process.
• Perform work as outlined on repair estimates with efficiency and accuracy in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Teardown and inspect for additional or hidden repairs.
• Advise body shop estimator of additional damage or supplemental needs or if repairs will not be completed on time.

Qualifications

• Welding, suspension, framework experience a plus OR willing to learn/train
• Damage Analysis and Estimating, Mechanical and Electrical Components, Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair and State Vehicle Inspector (preferred)
• Certifications listed above or equivalent experience and eagerness to improve
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

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.