Disassembly & Reassembly Technician

VIVE Collision; Cranberry Township (Butler County); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Vive Collision in Cranberry Township, United States, is seeking a Disassembly Technician to dismantle vehicles after initial estimates, inspect for hidden damage, and document all findings to support precise repair planning.

You will communicate with the Production Manager/Estimator, assist with reassembly, and perform light non-structural repairs while maintaining a clean, safe workspace in a fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Auto body repair experience is preferred; 1 year minimum recommended.
• Valid driver\'s license and clean MVR required.
• I-CAR and OEM training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble vehicles after the initial estimate and inspect for structural and hidden damage.
• Document damage, required parts, blend panels, moldings, clips, and one-time-use fasteners.
• Communicate supplemental damage and parts to the Production Manager/Estimator.
• Assist with vehicle reassembly as needed and perform light non-structural repairs.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow all safety procedures.
• Occasionally move or operate vehicles within the shop to support collision repair operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Reading repair orders

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Ability to work in fast-paced

Valid driver\'s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Auto Body Vo-Tech certification

I-CAR and OEM training

Job description

The Disassembly Technician is responsible for disassembling, inspecting, documenting, and assessing vehicles for hidden damage to support accurate repair planning and efficient production.

Job Requirements

• Follow the company blueprinting process and disassembly procedures (DFR) for all vehicle inspections.
• Disassemble vehicles after the initial estimate and inspect for structural and hidden damage.
• Complete full vehicle disassembly to support a 100% repair plan.
• Document all additional damage, required parts, blend panels, moldings, clips, and one-time-use fasteners.
• Communicate supplemental damage and parts needed to the Production Manager/Estimator.
• Assist with vehicle reassembly as needed.
• Perform light non-structural repairs including sanding, finishing, and minor bumper repairs.
• Reinstall moldings, trims, and finishing components.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow all safety procedures.
• Occasionally move or operate customer or company vehicles within the shop or on company premises (e.g., pulling vehicles in/out of stalls, repositioning for repair stages) as needed to support collision repair operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum 1 year body repair experience.
• A valid driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR) are required.
• High school diploma or GED required; Auto Body Vo-Tech certification preferred.
• I-CAR and OEM training preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read repair orders, estimates, and work instructions.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills

Physical Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum 1 year body repair experience.
• A valid driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR) are required.
• High school diploma or GED required; Auto Body Vo-Tech certification preferred.
• I-CAR and OEM training preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read repair orders, estimates, and work instructions.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.