Collision Repair Technician - Group 1 Restoration Center

Group1 Automotive, Inc.; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time-Off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employee Vehicle Purchase Program

Professional work environment

Job summary

Group 1 Collision Center in Houston is seeking a qualified Collision Repair Technician to restore vehicles to pre-accident condition with quality, safety, and precision on every repair. You will repair vehicles per estimates and manufacturer standards, order and verify parts, and prepare vehicles for body work.

Requirements include 2+ years of collision repair experience, knowledge of structural/frame work, and a valid driver license with a clean record.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of collision repair experience, including structural/frame work.
• Valid driver license with a good driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent; ICAR/ASE or vocational certificates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair vehicles per estimate and manufacturer standards.
• Check parts against estimate; ensure proper parts are ordered and received.
• Prepare vehicles for body repair work.
• Notify management of additional repairs and document parts/labor needed.
• Follow safety rules and dispose of hazardous materials per regulations.
• Support other technicians and stay updated on regulations.

Skills

Collision repair

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ICAR/ASE auto body certifications

Vocational school certificate in collision

Job description

Overview

Group 1 Collision Center in Houston is growing, and we're looking for a qualified Collision Repair Technician to restore vehicles to pre-accident condition and deliver quality, safety, and precision on every repair.

Responsibilities

• Repairs vehicles per estimate and according to manufacturer standards.
• Check parts against estimate and ensures proper parts are ordered and received.
• Prepares vehicles for body repair work.
• Notifies management of any additional repairs needed. Documents and additional parts and labor required to perform a satisfactory repair.
• Notifies management of any difficulties or problems that may prevent a quality job from being performed or cause a change in the promised time.
• Check parts against estimate and ensure proper parts are ordered and received.
• Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal equipment, including respirator, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners and other hazardous materials. Reports any deviations to management.
• Cooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehicles.
• Understands, keeps abreast of and complies with federal, state and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.
• Other duties may be assigned by management.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Company’s Values in all interactions with customers, co‑workers and vendors.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Collision Repair Technician, with heavy structural collision and frame experience, required
• ICAR or ASE certifications in auto body repair, painting and estimating, a plus.
• Certificate from Vocational School in Collision a plus.
• Working knowledge of all aspects of repairs for damaged vehicles including body work and when to replace or repair parts.
• Ability to read and following instructions on repair/estimate orders.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver license in the state that you will work and a good driving record.

In addition to competitive pay, we offer our associates the following benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time-Off
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
• Professional work environment, with job training and advancement opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check and/or drug screening.