Collision Repair Technician

Baker Auto Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Training

Work-Life Balance

Ongoing Professional Development

Employee Discounts

Family-Friendly and Inclusive Team Culture

Career Growth and Internal Promotions

Custom and Competitive Wage Plans

Job summary

Baker Auto Group in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking an experienced collision repair technician to join their team. You will perform high-quality repairs to vehicles and ensure compliance with OEM procedures, working in a dynamic environment focused on customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has three to five years of experience in the automotive industry, brings advanced skills in collision repair and welding, and has excellent attention to detail. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package aimed at supporting your professional development and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Three to five years prior work experience in collision repairs required.
• Proficiency in collision repairs is mandatory.
• Ongoing education will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality repairs to collision damaged vehicles.
• Repair vehicles following OEM procedures.
• Conduct quality control on every vehicle repaired.

Skills

Advanced collision and structural repair

Advanced welding skills

Basic diagnosis skills

Education

I-CAR PL 2 or higher in structural and non-structural

State of Michigan license

Job description

This is your opportunity to join a team of sharp and dedicated Estimators, Technicians, Body Shop Administrative Assistants, Wash-Bay Attendants, Detail Technicians, and all other team members within the collision shop. In this role, you will demonstrate strong technical skills, satisfying guests through hard work and skilled repairs. We are looking for a truly experienced candidate with a proven track record in the automotive industry, an impeccable reputation and a commitment to customer service at the highest level. If this sounds like you, then consider applying!

Who We Are

At Baker Auto Group, we strive to make every customer a customer for life. Happy employees make happy customers, and we reward individuals who are ready to work hard and stay motivated. Every employee at Baker Auto Group is absolutely critical to its success and we’re always looking for smart, engaging, creative and dynamic people who want to join a team where they matter.

Our goal is to exceed a client’s total expectation when they arrive at our dealership, so we realize we must first provide that level of investment to our employees through continual training, career development and opportunities for growth. Your professional development is one of our top priorities. That's why we're proud to offer our staff members with a comprehensive benefits package, competitive compensation plans, and abounding avenues to grow your career with us!

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Training
• Work-Life Balance
• Ongoing Professional Development
• Employee Discounts
• Family-Friendly and Inclusive Team Culture
• Career Growth and Internal Promotions
• Custom and Competitive Wage Plans

Position Description

The collision repair technician performs high-quality repairs to collision damaged vehicles.

Essential Duties

• Repair vehicles to the highest standard following OEM procedures
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Keep shop equipment clean and in good working condition.
• Assist other technicians as needed.
• Follow and comply with all standard operating procedures and hazardous waste disposal.
• Assist in developing or refining standard operating procedures as required.
• Follow and comply with all required health and safety requirements.
• Maintains acceptable appearance.
• Complies with and follows all scheduled work hours and attendance policies.
• Complies with the business code of conduct and other policies
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Reads work orders to confirm that the work performed matches the work order.
• Conducts quality control on every vehicle to make sure that repairs are completed correctly.
• Attend shop meetings.
• Ensures that all products are ordered and properly stocked prior to us running out. Orders should be placed a minimum of 48 hours before needed to reduce losses in production.

Knowledge And Skills

• Advanced collision and structural repair.
• Advanced welding skills
• Basic diagnosis skills

Training And Certifications

• I-CAR PL 2 or higher in structural and non structural
• State of Michigan license

Required Work Experience And Skills

Three to five years prior work experience preferred. This is not an entry level position. The position requires that the employee be proficient in collision repairs. Ongoing education will be provided.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibility.

Working Conditions

• Frequently required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials.
• May be requested to work overtime.
• May occasionally walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.
• Will work on elevated surfaces on an occasional basis.
• Noise level in the work environment is frequently loud.

Physical Demands

• Oral communication
• Ability to continuously stand or walk or for extended periods of time
• Frequent bending, kneeling, squatting
• Able to manipulate small hand tools and equipment
• Must have good body mechanics and manual dexterity.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds or more.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,
• Ability to view computer monitor