Body Technician

Lithia Motors; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Paid Holidays & PTO

Short and Long-Term Disability

Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Lithia Learning Center

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Planet Honda in New Jersey is now hiring metal technicians. Pay is $28.75 per hour for a full-time position.

Part of Lithia Motors’ Driveway family, Planet Honda benefits from a Fortune 200 parent company with resources to support your growth and a commitment to integrity and excellence. You’ll inspect collision-damaged vehicles, perform medium repairs, replace panels, and prepare surfaces for refinish following OEM procedures.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience as a Class B and/or C body technician in a dealership or collision repair shop.
• Up-to-date I-CAR, ASE, and manufacturer certifications.
• Proficient in dent repair, panel replacement, and plastic repair, with working knowledge of steel and aluminum.
• Experience with welding equipment, frame and measuring systems, and OEM repair procedures.
• Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence.

Responsibilities

• Inspect collision-damaged vehicles to identify and perform intermediate body repairs, such as dent removal, panel straightening, and minor structural and non-structural repairs.
• Remove, repair, and replace body panels, bumpers, and trim, ensuring proper fit, gaps, and alignment.
• Prepare repaired surfaces for refinish using filler, sanding, and priming techniques.
• Complete work accurately according to manufacturer repair procedures, dealership standards, and safety requirements in collaboration with Estimators and Service Advisors.
• Document completed repairs and any additional damage or recommendations clearly.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and properly care for tools and equipment.
• Support the body shop team with additional repair tasks as needed.

Skills

Dent repair

Panel replacement

Plastic repair

Welding equipment

Frame and measuring systems

OEM repair procedures

I-CAR certification

ASE certification

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment

Measuring equipment

Job description

Dealership: L0443 Planet Honda Planet Honda NOW HIRING Metal Technicians! Pay: $28.75 per hour Schedule: Full time At Planet Honda, we’re driven by integrity, excellence, and a relentless pursuit of growth. If you're ready to take ownership of your success and have fun doing it, we want you on our team! As part of the largest dealership group in America, your professional growth opportunities here are limitless. Being a publicly traded, Fortune 200 company, we have the resources to help you achieve those professional goals and much more!

Why Join Our Team?

• Backed by Lithia & Driveway with 300+ dealerships nationwide
• A high-performance culture that rewards execution and accountability
• Real opportunity to earn at the top of the pay scale
• Strong leadership, modern facility, and a professional, results-driven environment
• Career growth across 30+ brands in 25 states

What You’ll Do:

• Inspect collision-damaged vehicles to identify and perform intermediate body repairs, such as dent removal, panel straightening, and minor structural and non-structural repairs
• Remove, repair, and replace body panels, bumpers, and trim, ensuring proper fit, gaps, and alignment
• Prepare repaired surfaces for refinish using filler, sanding, and priming techniques
• Complete work accurately according to manufacturer repair procedures, dealership standards, and safety requirements in collaboration with Estimators and Service Advisors
• Document completed repairs and any additional damage or recommendations clearly
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and properly care for tools and equipment
• Support the body shop team with additional repair tasks as needed

What You’ll Bring:

• 2-5 years of experience as a Class B and/or C body technician in a dealership or collision repair shop
• Up-to-date I-CAR, ASE, and manufacturer certifications
• Proficient in dent repair, panel replacement, and plastic repair, with working knowledge of steel and aluminum
• Experience with welding equipment, frame and measuring systems, and OEM repair procedures
• Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence

Total Rewards

The flat rate wage for this position is $28.75. This is a flat rate position that is also eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives as part of total compensation, which includes bonuses based on production/productivity. Actual pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and physical location. Final compensation will be established through the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

Additional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at www.totalrewards.lithiadriveway.com.

About Us

At Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) our success is fueled by our high performing teams delivering Auto Done Easy for our customers. We create simple, transparent, and convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle by leveraging our hundreds of store locations and our key adjacencies - Driveway, DFC, and GreenCars. We've built a retail model that champions entrepreneurial leadership, Growth Powered by People, and a strategy that creates possibilities and pushes us to reach our potential.

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. At Lithia & Driveway, we stand by our mission of Growth Powered by People, as we build a workplace that ignites ideas and opportunities to Earn Customers for Life. Our focus is on making the customer experience better; as we aim to meet our customers’ needs whether in person, online or a combination of both. Lithia & Driveway is the largest automotive retailer in North America and listed on the Fortune 500 (NYSE: LAD). Drive your career forward with roles in Sales, Finance, Service, Technology and Corporate. With thousands of vehicles and hundreds of locations, the career possibilities are endless. Join us as we accelerate towards growth in automotive and beyond!