Collision Repair Technician / Mechanic

Kendall Ford Inc; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

Career path development opportunities

Competitive paid time off

PTO for Senior Master Technicians

Job summary

Kendall Collision Center of Coburg is seeking skilled Collision Technicians to join our shop. You will perform collision repairs, frame straightening, and body panel removal/installation while adhering to insurer guidelines. A solid grounding in weld processes and body work is required.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a path for career growth within the Kendall Auto Group. Join a fast-paced, safety-conscious team at a well-equipped facility with modern lifts and on-site support.

Qualifications

• At least one year of body repair experience.
• Knowledge of electric, gas, and MIG welding preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Follow repair estimates and insurance company processes.
• Straighten frames and remove/install body panels and structural components.
• Repair dents in metal panels using hand and power tools; apply body filler and primer.

Skills

Welding (electric/gas/MIG)

Body repair experience

Driver's license

Job description

Description

Collision Repair Technicians / Mechanics of all skill levels needed.

Some advantages to working with Kendall Collision Center of Coburg are:

• Efficient technicians can make $50,000-$110,000/annually
• Relocation packages
• Career path development opportunities
• Competitive paid time off
• 3 weeks of PTO granted to Senior Master Certified Technicians beginning on day 1
• Annual seniority bonus
• Christmas bonuses based on flagged hours
• Full time production manager on-site to assist with the repair process
• On site glass technician and mechanic
• Fair dispatching/team work environment
• Large loyal customer base
• Experienced and loyal service advisors
• Clean/well lit shop with plenty of stall place to have multiple vehicles in the shop at the same time
• New power lifts for each technician. No more kneeling and squatting to perform body repair
• New heavy duty frame rack and computerized frame measuring system
• Air flow system that keeps shop cool and helps control dust in the air
• Discounts on parts, service and vehicle purchases for your immediate family
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid Life insurance
• 401(k) plan w/ Fidelity
• Accident and Illness supplemental plans

As a Collision Technician, you will be required to follow repair estimates and insurance company processes, additionally collision techs will straighten frames, remove and reinstall body panels and structural components, repairing dents in metal panels using hand and power tools. Working with body filler material on repairs and applying paint primer.

Work is performed indoors in a shop environment, tool usage includes mechanic's hand and power tools that produce significant vibration and force, standing and walking will be required for entire work shift in order to complete job duties. Pushing, pulling, crouching, squatting, reaching, and kneeling will be required frequently to access all parts of vehicles being worked on. Lifting as well as pushing and pulling weights and forces from 20 to 100 pounds occasionally required.

Join Kendall Auto Group and START SOMETHING GREAT! We are a family-owned and operated company with auto dealerships in Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Washington and Alaska. Kendall has been selling and servicing vehicles since 1937.

Our mission at Kendall is simple: To deliver an unrivaled customer experience. Through our highly motivated, knowledgeable and caring team of professionals, we pledge to listen to and respect your needs. Doing the right thing means more than selling and servicing vehicles. Our progressive attitude means being exceptional stewards of the communities we operate in. It means going above and beyond every day for the people who mean so much to us – our employees and customers.

Our employees are members of the Kendall family, who share our same goals and passions. Ideal candidates are confident, driven people who are excited to grow and succeed with one of the most successful automotive dealerships in the Pacific Northwest. If you are looking for a rewarding career, we would like to meet you and start something great!

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Requirements

Knowledge with Electric, gas and MIG welding processes is preferred. Candidates must have at least one year of previous body repair experience. Must have ability to operate a wide variety of vehicles both automatic and manual transmissions. A valid driver license and good driving record are required. We offer flexible hours.