BODY TECH-CROWN POINT

TAG Auto Group; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

TAG Auto Group in Crown Point, IN is seeking an experienced Auto Body Technician to join our team. You will repair damaged vehicle body parts according to our standards and processes.

The role involves repairing, replacing and refinishing outer body parts and fixing internal structures, with attention to safety and quality. You will work in a fast-paced, production-oriented shop, handling parts removal, component replacement, realignment, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment while

Qualifications

• 1–3 years collision repair experience.
• Knowledge of vehicle structure for removal/replacement.
• Adheres to safety precautions in the shop.
• Able to lift up to 35 lbs and occasionally over 70 lbs.
• Detail-oriented and able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Repairs vehicles per estimate and standards; prepares vehicles for body repair.
• Restores bodywork to original condition; removes damaged parts and installs replacements.
• Repairs and realigns structural components as needed.
• Communicates with management about additional repairs or timeline changes.
• Maintains tools and equipment; keeps the work area clean and safe.
• Complies with regulations affecting body shop operations.

Skills

Collision repair

Structural knowledge

Safety awareness

Follow instructions

Physical endurance

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Our team is expanding, and we are looking for an experienced Auto Body Technician to join our team.

What does joining our team offer?

A unique blend of independence, excitement, growth opportunities, and a supportive work culture. We are an employee-centric team, and we want you to join us!

What do our Auto Body Technicians do?

SUMMARY:

The Auto Body Technician is responsible for repairing damaged vehicle body parts in accordance with company specifications, processes and time standards. The Auto Body Technician is skilled in analyzing, assessing and fixing damaged vehicles. This role is responsible for repairing, replacing and refinishing outer body parts. This position will also be skilled in fixing internal automotive structures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repairs vehicles per estimate and according to established standards. This position prepares vehicles for body repair work. Additionally, the Auto Body Technician will be challenged with restoring bodywork to its original condition. This may include removing damaged parts and installing replacement parts utilizing specialized tools to repair the damage and realign structural components.
• Communicates with management regarding any additional repairs that may be needed on a customer’s vehicle. Notifies management of any difficulties or problems that may prevent a quality job from being performed or cause a change in the promised completion/delivery time.
• Maintains tools and equipment in good working order. Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner. Ensures that work area is organized, clean and free of safety hazards.
• Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective equipment, including eye protection.
• Cooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehicles, often dependent upon schedule and area of expertise.
• Understands, keeps abreast of and complies with federal, state and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Solid working knowledge of the processes, techniques and materials used in repairing automotive equipment with a minimum of 1-3 years of experience working in the collision repair arena.
• Possess extensive knowledge of vehicle structure to remove and replace damaged components, such as doors, windscreens and fenders.
• Demonstration of safety precautions required in performing the work in this position.
• Possess a strong attention to detail in addition to the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strength to perform average lifting up to 35 pounds and occasionally over 70 pounds.
• Demonstrated agility, equilibrium and coordination as required when climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling and balancing under precarious conditions.
• Strong arm, hand and finger dexterity with demonstrated physical capacity to reach, handle, finger and feel.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment.

This position description is intended to be dynamic and subject to change. Position requirements and essential functions may be altered from time to time based upon the needs of the organization and department. This position may be required to execute special projects or other related duties on occasion.