Body Shop Technician

Rush Enterprises, Inc; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 24,796 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company matching

Employee stock purchase program

Performance-based incentives

Training and development

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers is seeking a Body Shop Mechanic in Utah to repair/replace damaged body parts to pre‑accident condition per factory specs. You will review repair orders, perform teardown, and ensure high‑quality finishes before paint and detailing.

Role requires 2+ years of body shop experience, a valid driver's license, and knowledge of repair processes. CDL/medical card preferred but not required. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years body shop experience.
• Current and valid driver license with insurability.
• CDL and Medical card preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of manufacturer repair processes and I‑Car standards.

Responsibilities

• Review each repair order, work order, and notes to determine repairs needed.
• Complete repairs according to documentation and factory specs.
• Use frame and measuring equipment per vendor procedures.
• Perform initial teardown and identify parts for cut‑in/ edging.
• Sign off on all quality checks before painting and detailing.
• Re‑assemble painted parts and perform final quality review.
• Mentor apprentices and help develop repair skills.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading repair orders

Team collaboration

Manual dexterity

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Frame and measuring equipment

Hand tools and power tools

Job description

Body Shop Mechanic

A Body Shop Mechanic will repair or replace damaged body parts back to Pre-Accident Condition with factory and dealership specifications. Quality repair needs to meet or exceed the original factory fit and finish. The end result should be an invisible repair.

Rush Truck Centers opens the door to the world of opportunity. We are the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships across the US representing truck and bus manufacturers. Our franchises include Peterbilt, International, Hino, Isuzu, Ford, IC Bus, and Blue Bird. We offer a rewarding career as a leader in the transportation industry. Grow with us as we continue to expand our network of locations and services.

Responsibilities

• Review each repair order, work order, and estimator’s notes to understand repairs needed prior to beginning work on the vehicle.
• All repairs must be completed according to the documentation on the repair order or the supplement.
• Knowledge of the manufacturer’s and technical repair process.
• Ability to use frame and measuring equipment per vendor procedures.
• Perform initial teardown of vehicle.
• Identify parts for cut-in and edging.
• Perform all repair procedures according to factory specifications and company policy. I-Car Standard.
• Perform and sign‑off on all quality check before sending vehicle to paint department.
• Re‑assemble painted vehicle and painted parts.
• Perform a final quality check and review of work order prior to sending the vehicle to the detail department.
• Work with apprentice or lesser skilled technicians in developing repair skills.

Benefits

• We offer an exceptional Total Rewards package with outstanding healthcare benefits, a robust 401(k) plan with company matching, and an employee stock purchase program to help you build long‑term financial security. Additionally, we provide performance‑based incentives and opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training and development. All of this is within a culture that values and rewards excellence, a positive attitude, and integrity, ensuring you thrive personally and professionally.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 2+ years’ body shop experience.
• Must possess a current and valid driver license with a driving record that meets the insurability guidelines set forth by the company’s insurance carrier.
• Current and valid CDL and Medical card as required by the FMVS preferred but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.

This job posting does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their leader.

Minimum Pay Rate: USD $18.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay Rate: USD $30.00/Hr.