Body Shop Technician - Hickory/Hildebran, NC

Velocity Truck Group; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + match

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation Days

Employee discounts

Training programs

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Velocity Truck Group in Hickory, NC, is looking for a skilled Body Shop Technician with over five years of experience in body restoration, painting, and fiberglass work. The role involves performing full body restoration and paint services, ensuring high-quality workmanship, and providing excellent customer service.

In addition to a competitive hourly rate of $25-$30, the position includes a sign-on bonus and benefits such as 401K matching, health, dental, and vision insurance. Join us and be a part of a fantastic work culture!

Qualifications

• Over five years of experience as a body shop technician preferred.
• Certified PPG Painter.
• Proficient in using a wide range of tools and equipment for truck assessment and repair.
• Excellent manual dexterity with the ability to work on small parts and in confined spaces.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective customer service and communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform full body restoration and paint services for trucks involved in collisions.
• Conduct fiberglass repairs and other specialized tasks.
• Maintain tools and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure high-quality workmanship and attention to detail.
• Provide excellent customer service and address client concerns.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to assess damage and determine appropriate repair methods.

Skills

Body restoration

Painting

Fiberglass work

Critical thinking

Customer service

Tools

PPG Painter certification

Various tools and equipment

Job description

Hickory, NC, USA

Job Description

Posted Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Who We Are

Velocity Vehicle Group (VVG) is a premium commercial brand medium to heavy truck dealership that offers the full-service experience for our customers, from an outstanding sales organization to highly skilled technicians to service your vehicle, and on demand parts. Our goal is to be your one stop shop experts for all truckers, owner operators, fleets and companies. This coupled with our Leasing and Rental business and our Financial services business make VVG the leading Truck dealership.

What’s in it for You

Velocity Vehicle Group is a dynamic and rapidly expanding organization, and we're on the lookout for individuals who relish daily challenges and are passionate about delivering top-notch customer service, both within the company and to our valued clients. When you join VVG, you'll experience an extraordinary work environment, complete with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including 401K with matching, as well as Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage. Become a part of our team and immerse yourself in a company that fosters a Great Place to Work culture!

What You’ll Do

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Body Shop Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in body restoration, painting, and fiberglass work, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Job Duties

• Perform full body restoration and paint services for trucks involved in collisions.
• Conduct fiberglass repairs and other specialized tasks.
• Maintain tools and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure high-quality workmanship and attention to detail.
• Provide excellent customer service and address client concerns.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to assess damage and determine appropriate repair methods.

Job Qualifications & Requirements

• Over five (5) years of experience as a body shop technician preferred.
• Certified PPG Painter.
• Proficient in using a wide range of tools and equipment for truck assessment and repair.
• Excellent manual dexterity with the ability to work on small parts and in confined spaces.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective customer service and communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
• Must be able to pass post-offer drug screening, physical examination (including a lift test), and background check

Compensation

• $25-$30 hourly depending on experience and qualifications, plus a production bonus
• Sign-on bonus based on qualifications

Benefits Velocity Vehicle Group Offers

• Fantastic Culture
• 401k + match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance + HSA & FSA
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation Days
• Company perks such as employee discounts, company events and training programs
• Excellent Training and Career Advancement Opportunities

Velocity Vehicle Group is an equal opportunity employer. Velocity Vehicle Group prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.