Body Shop Technician

Oakes GMC; Kansas City, Hartford (MO, CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Body Shop Technician to enhance their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to apply your ASE certifications and technical skills in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include diagnosing repair needs, executing high-quality repairs, and mentoring apprentice technicians. With a focus on professional development and career advancement, this position not only promises a fulfilling job but also a pathway to grow your skills and explore your potential. Join a team that values your contributions and supports your career journey!

Benefits

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• ASE certifications required; willingness to learn is essential.
• Experience in welding, suspension, and framework is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve parts required for repair.
• Adjust, replace, and repair various vehicle components.
• Road test vehicles to ensure quality repair.

Skills

Welding

Suspension experience

Framework experience

Damage Analysis and Estimating

Mechanical and Electrical Components

Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair

Education

ASE Certifications

Valid driver's license

Job description

We are looking for a Body Shop Technician to join our team!

The right candidate will have ASE certifications and a strong willingness to learn. The day-to-day duties of this role include road testing vehicles to ensure quality repair, identifying and resolving parts required for repair, and inspecting for additional or hidden repairs.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve parts required for repair; review repair orders, work orders, and Body Shop Managers' estimate notes; follow warranty guidelines; notify supervisor of any repair add-ons.
• Adjust, replace, and repair (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.
• Lead work of any apprentice technicians and maintain ASE certifications.

Qualifications

• Welding, suspension, framework experience a plus OR willing to learn/train.
• ASE Certifications; 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.

Oakes Auto Group is growing rapidly and needs exceptional people to staff and lead our teams! Mentorship provided and career paths are available for talented and driven individuals who wish to advance to the top of their field, and/or into management. This is not just a job, but an opportunity to develop all of your skills and discover your potential. Approaching college graduation? Share your career goals and ask about tuition assistance.

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.