Body Shop Technician

Sterling Automotive Group; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-owned and operated business that values its employees and customers! As a Body Shop Technician, you will play a crucial role in restoring vehicles to their pre-accident condition, ensuring safety and quality. This full-time position offers a supportive work environment where you can grow your skills and career. With a focus on teamwork and communication, you'll collaborate closely with the Body Shop Manager and Estimators while benefiting from ongoing training and development. Enjoy competitive commission-based pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans. Be part of a company that prioritizes lasting relationships and employee satisfaction.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with Employer Matching

Company-paid Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Employee Vehicle Pricing

Referral Bonus Programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Body Shop Technician required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs to assigned vehicles to restore them to pre-accident condition.
• Communicate with Body Shop Manager about vehicle repair status.

Skills

Body Shop Repair

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Sterling Automotive Group is seeking experienced Body Shop Technicians who take pride in serving Acadiana and being a part of a successful family-owned and operated business!

Responsibilities:

• Perform structural or replacement repairs to all assigned vehicles
• Restore assigned vehicles to pre-accident condition in accordance with industry standards and factory specifications
• Make “repair or replace” decisions concerning safety, costs, and cycle time
• Communicate and work closely with Body Shop Manager and Estimators on vehicle repair status
• Ongoing requirement to complete any mandatory certifications and training provided by the dealership and stay up to date with new technology
• Must follow all dealership and industry standard safety policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• Must have two or more years of experience as a Body Shop Technician
• Must be coachable, have strong communication skills, and be able to work well with others as well as independently
• Must be willing to submit to pre-employment background check & drug screen
• Required to have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record, and be at least 21 years of age or have 3 full years of driving record
• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent is required

Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday

Why Choose Sterling?

Our mission is to attract, develop, and retain great people to deliver a memorable experience that creates lasting relationships, one customer at a time.

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, & Disability Insurance - 401(k) with employer matching - Company-paid Life Insurance - Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time
• Financial Security: Commission-based pay in a highly productive shop
• A little lagniappe: Employee vehicle pricing and discounts on products & services – Long-term job security with a growing company – Referral bonus programs – Family-owned and operated - Career Progression with paid ongoing training – Professional work environment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing