Collision Body Technician: Precision Repairs

Lamarque Motor Company; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Employee Benefits

Training and Development Opportunities

Job summary

Lamarque Ford Collision Center is seeking a dependable Body Technician to repair damaged vehicle bodies and restore vehicles to pre-accident condition. You will follow OEM procedures and collaborate with estimators, painters, and other technicians to ensure high-quality repairs.

The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, can work safely in a fast-paced environment, and understands collision repair standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of vehicle body repair and structural repair procedures.
• Ability to read and understand repair estimates and work orders.
• I-CAR certification is a plus; ASE or manufacturer certifications are a plus.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect damaged vehicles to determine repair procedures.
• Perform structural and non-structural collision repairs.
• Remove damaged body panels, trim, hardware, and related components.
• Repair or replace damaged body panels and components.
• Perform frame and structural repairs as required.
• Measure vehicles to identify structural damage and ensure proper alignment.
• Properly straighten, weld, repair, and replace damaged components.
• Prepare vehicles for refinishing by sanding, filling, masking, and completing bodywork.
• Install replacement parts and ensure proper fit and alignment.
• Reassemble vehicles according to manufacturer specifications.
• Follow OEM repair procedures and collision repair standards.
• Use collision repair tools and equipment safely and properly.
• Communicate with estimators, managers, parts personnel, painters, and other technicians regarding repair needs and progress.
• Identify additional damage and communicate necessary repairs to management or the estimator.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Complete repairs in a timely manner while maintaining quality standards.

Skills

Body repair knowledge

Reading repair estimates

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Job description

Lamarque Ford Collision Center is seeking a dependable Body Technician to repair damaged vehicle bodies and restore vehicles to pre-accident condition. You will follow OEM procedures and collaborate with estimators, painters, and other technicians to ensure high-quality repairs.

The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, can work safely in a fast-paced environment, and understands collision repair standards.