Body Technician (FRT)

Gerber Collision & Glass; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in collision repair is seeking a dedicated Body Technician to join their team. This role focuses on delivering exceptional customer service through meticulous vehicle assessments and quality repairs. As part of a collaborative environment, you will work on disassembling, repairing, and reassembling vehicles, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and safety. With a commitment to excellence, this position offers a chance to grow within a leading company in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry. If you are passionate about automotive repair and customer satisfaction, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Continuing education allowance

Safety glasses allowance

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; technical training preferred.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble vehicles to restore them.
• Align car chassis and frames for structural repairs.
• Inspect vehicles post-repair to ensure quality.

Skills

Teamwork skills

Vehicle repair methods

Ability to read work orders

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school completion or 3-year apprenticeship

Tools

Welding equipment

Repair tools

Painting equipment

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Company Overview

Gerber Collision & Glass is one of the largest collision repair companies in North America, with over $2 billion in sales, more than 800 locations, and a team of over 10,000 members across the US and Canada. We are passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and being the best in the industry.

Job Description

The Auto Body Technician’s primary responsibility is to provide an exceptional customer experience through meticulous assessment and quality repair of vehicles, restoring them to pre-accident condition. The role involves disassembling, repairing, and reassembling vehicles, aligning with company goals of speed, quality, and customer satisfaction. The technician works collaboratively with team members to achieve KPIs and represents the brand professionally.

Key Responsibilities

1. Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
2. Plan repair work and prepare cost estimates using various tools.
3. Hammers out dents, applies fillers, and repairs minor body damage.
4. Realign car chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
5. Replace damaged sections and glass, and repair interior parts.
6. Weld, attach, and fit parts; prepare and paint vehicles as per specifications.
7. Complete work within labor time guidelines and inspect vehicles post-repair.
8. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of technical school or a 3-year apprenticeship as an auto body repairer.
• Ability to read work orders and operate with minimal supervision.
• Teamwork skills and understanding of vehicle repair methods and tools.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work safely in noisy, odorous environments.
• Lift up to 30 pounds.
• Visual inspection skills in various weather conditions.
• Ability to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat for repairs and inspections.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off, holidays, and parental leave.
• Insurance: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability.
• Retirement plan with company match.
• Continuing education and safety glasses allowance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Gerber Collision & Glass is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Salary range: $60,000 - $120,000. Employment type: Full-time. Seniority level: Entry level. Industry: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing.