Body Technician

Bettercollision; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Professional development and growth opportunities

Job summary

Bettercollision in Sumter, SC, is seeking a Collision Repair Technician to restore vehicles to pre-accident condition while ensuring an excellent customer experience. Key responsibilities include disassembly and reassembly of vehicles, frame repair, and collaboration with teammates to meet KPIs.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma, preferred completion of a technical program in auto body repair, and strong knowledge of collision repair methods. The position offers competitive pay, paid time off, and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• Completion of a technical school program or an apprenticeship in auto body repair is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of collision repair methods, tools, and procedures.
• Ability to read job orders and work with very little supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough disassembly, repair, and reassembly of vehicles.
• Ensure structural integrity by repairing and realigning frames, panels, and body components.
• Communicate and collaborate with teammates to meet repair timelines and KPIs.

Skills

Knowledge of collision repair methods

Ability to work independently

Proficiency in using repair tools

Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school program or apprenticeship

Job description

Collision Repair Technician Auto Body

Sumter, SC Sumter

About the Role

As a Collision Repair Technician, you will play a pivotal role in restoring vehicles to pre-accident condition while delivering a world‑class customer experience. You’ll:

• Perform thorough disassembly, repair, and reassembly of vehicles.
• Ensure structural integrity by repairing and realigning frames, panels, and body components.
• Use advanced tools and repair methods to achieve OEM‑level quality and safety standards.
• Communicate and collaborate with teammates to meet repair timelines and KPIs.
• Deliver repaired vehicles with confidence, ensuring work is complete and customer‑ready.

This is more than a technical role—it’s an opportunity to be a brand ambassador for Better Collision, representing our commitment to speed, quality, and excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a technical school program or an apprenticeship in auto body repair is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of collision repair methods, tools, and procedures.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
• Physical ability to bend, kneel, lift up to 30 lbs., and safely perform repairs in a shop environment.
• Ability to read job orders and work with very little supervision.
• Ability to work with other repairers within an auto body shop.
• Thorough understanding of methods and procedures to repair vehicle bodies.
• Proficiency in using the tools required for the trade.
• Must be able to work safely in a noisy area with many odors present.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to visually inspect vehicle damage in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.
• The physical demands of your job must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base pay — flat rate, based on experience.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Voluntary life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.