Collision Technician

Premier Nissan LLC; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Nissan LLC in Metairie, LA seeks a skilled body shop technician to repair vehicles to estimate and manufacturer standards. You will prepare vehicles for body work, verify parts, and document labor and additional parts required.

The role requires dexterity, mechanical troubleshooting, and excellent customer service, with the ability to operate electronic diagnostic equipment in a fast-paced shop environment; valid license and clean driving record are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience at a body shop.
• Dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Able to operate electronic diagnostic equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must pass drug test and background check.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Repairs vehicles per estimate and manufacturer standards.
• Check parts against estimate and ensure proper parts are ordered/received.
• Prepares vehicles for body repair work.
• Notifies management of any additional repairs or problems.
• Documents and records parts and labor required for repairs.
• Maintains safety equipment and complies with hazardous materials rules.
• Cooperates with other shop staff in repair and prep.
• Keeps up to date with regulations affecting body shop operations.

Skills

Body shop experience

Service drive knowledge

Dexterity

Mechanical troubleshooting

Customer service

Computer skills

Positive attitude

Fast-paced environment

Tech literacy

Diagnostic equipment use

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Valid driver’s license

Background check

Tools

OBD/diagnostic scanners

Job description

Job duties include (in addition to others that may be assigned):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.Previous experience at a body shopStrong understanding of the service driveDexterity, requiring a steady hand, excellent hand-eye coordinationMechanical and troubleshooting skillsExcellent customer service skillsBasic computer skillsPositive, friendly attitude, along with a customer service mentalityEnjoy working in a fast-paced environmentAbility to learn new technology, repair and service procedures and specificationsAble to operate electronic diagnostic equipmentAble to lift up to 50 poundsValid driver's license and clean driving recordPass drug testing, MVR/Insurability, background investigation/interview