Collision Autobody Technician

Quality Collision Group; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Days

401(k) with employer match

Paid Training

Job summary

Quality Collision Group LLC seeks an Auto Body Technician to repair collision-damaged vehicles following OEM procedures and industry standards. You will perform structural and non-structural repairs, replace and reinstall components, and ensure safety and quality in every job.

You will read repair plans, work with the estimator and production team, and maintain tools and PPE in a clean, safe workspace while meeting production timelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional auto body repair experience in collision repair.
• Strong knowledge of OEM repair procedures and manufacturer-specific requirements.
• Working knowledge of I-CAR repair standards and accepted methods.
• Experience with structural and non-structural repairs, panel replacement, welding.
• Ability to read and follow repair plans and OEM procedures.
• Commitment to repair quality, safety and productivity.
• Manual dexterity to operate collision repair equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect damaged vehicles and review the approved repair plan.
• Perform structural and non-structural repairs per OEM procedures.
• Remove, repair, replace, and reinstall damaged components and panels.
• Make repair-versus-replace recommendations based on safety and quality.
• Perform measuring, welding, and body alignment tasks.
• Complete repairs efficiently while maintaining quality and production schedules.
• Communicate additional damage to the estimator or production team.
• Maintain tools, PPE, and a safe workspace.

Skills

Auto body repair

OEM repair procedures

I-CAR standards

Structural & non-structural repair

Panel replacement

Welding

Reading repair plans

Job description

Why Join Schaefer Autobody, a Quality Collision Group brand? Top-5% Benefits Plan in America: Our team is our heartbeat. We invest in benefits that support your health, financial well-being, and future. Earning Potential: Competitive compensation with six-figure earning potential in select roles. Career Growth: Ongoing training, certifications, and advancement opportunities to support your professional development. Supportive Team Culture: Work with a team that values integrity, customer-focused service, and continuous improvement. Job Summary The Auto Body Technician repairs collision-damaged vehicles and restores them to pre-accident condition using OEM repair procedures, industry standards, and approved repair plans. This role performs structural and non-structural repairs, component replacement, fit and finish work, and quality checks while meeting production expectations. The technician is responsible for completing safe, accurate, and timely repairs that support customer satisfaction and repair quality.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Inspect damaged vehicles and review the approved repair plan before beginning work.
• Perform structural and non-structural body repairs in accordance with OEM procedures.
• Remove, repair, replace, and reinstall damaged vehicle components and body panels.
• Make appropriate repair-versus-replace recommendations based on safety, quality, and repair procedures.
• Perform measuring, pulling, welding, metal repair, panel alignment, and related body operations as qualified.
• Complete repairs efficiently while maintaining quality and on-time production expectations.
• Communicate additional damage or repair concerns to the estimator or production team.
• Maintain tools, equipment, PPE, and a safe and organized work area.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional auto body repair experience in the collision repair industry required.
• Strong knowledge of OEM repair procedures and manufacturer-specific repair requirements.
• Working knowledge of I-CAR repair standards and accepted collision repair methods.
• Experience with structural and non-structural repair, panel replacement, welding, and vehicle disassembly/reassembly.
• Ability to read and follow repair plans, estimates, and OEM procedures.
• Strong commitment to repair quality, safety, productivity, and continued learning.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required to safely operate collision repair equipment.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Days
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Training

About Quality Collision Group LLC

BE AN ORIGINAL At Quality Collision Group, our people are as unique as our approach to our industry. Our teams offer more than a job; we provide a chance to be your best, make friends, and have fun. We're passionate about repairing vehicles the right way.