Body Shop Technician

Arlington Toyota; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

401k savings plan

Lunch on Saturdays

Family-oriented work environment

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Body Shop Technician to perform vehicle body repairs. Candidates should have a valid driver’s license and experience in welding or be willing to learn. The role offers a competitive salary between $60,000 and $200,000 annually, and includes benefits such as paid vacation, medical plans, and 401k. Join a family-owned company that values its technicians in a busy work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with welding and suspension repairs is a plus.
• ICAR certification preferred but willing to train.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve parts needed for repairs.
• Road test vehicles to ensure quality repairs.
• Perform work per dealership and factory standards.

Skills

Welding experience

Suspension experience

Framework experience

ICAR certification

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Repair tools and equipment

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Body Shop Technician role at Arlington Toyota in Jacksonville, FL.

Arlington Toyota is one of the largest automotive dealerships in Florida. We are seeking individuals who have strong work ethics and can demonstrate a great desire to perform body repairs on vehicles that come into our shop.

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What We Offer

• Earn $60,000 to $200,000 a year depending upon experience
• Busy shop with major insurance company direct repair programs
• More work than we can handle; busy year-round
• Well-maintained equipment
• Professional estimators who respect our Technicians
• Highest and largest volume Toyota dealer in Northeast Florida
• Lunch on Saturdays
• Family-owned for the last 41 years
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• 401k savings plan
• Basic life insurance
• Team and family–oriented work environment
• Some tools and equipment are provided

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve parts required for repair; manage repair orders and notes; follow warranty guidelines; notify supervisor of any repair add-ons
• Road test vehicles when necessary to ensure a quality repair
• Maintain current knowledge of job and technical skills including truck manufacturers repair process
• Perform work as outlined on repair estimates with efficiency and accuracy per dealership and factory standards
• Teardown and inspect for additional or hidden repairs
• Advise shop estimator of additional damage or supplemental needs or if repairs will not be completed on time
• Lead work of apprentice technicians and maintain ICAR certifications

Qualifications

• Welding, suspension, framework experience a plus or willing to learn/train
• ICAR certification: damage analysis and estimating mechanical and electrical components, nonstructural analysis and damage repair; state vehicle inspector preferred
• Certifications listed above or equivalent experience and eagerness to improve
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Complete disassembly of a vehicle to assist service advisor with preparing a 100% Repair Plan
• Ensure all needed repairs identified to minimize supplements and repair time
• Plan work procedure: follow work order for all operations listed

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.