Entry Level Body Shop Technician

Rush Enterprises Inc.; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company matching

Employee stock purchase program

Performance-based incentives

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers is seeking a Body Shop Technician to repair or replace damaged body parts to Pre-Accident Condition according to factory specifications. The role emphasizes invisible repairs meeting original fit and finish, with opportunities for growth within a large U.S.

network. Responsibilities include reviewing orders, teardown, parts identification, proper application of coatings, reassembly, and final quality checks before detailing.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required.
• One year body shop experience required.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability required.

Responsibilities

• Review each repair order, work order, and estimator’s notes to understand repairs needed prior to beginning work on the vehicle.
• All repairs must be completed according to the documentation on the repair order of the supplement.
• Must gain knowledge of the manufacturer’s and technical repair process.
• Perform initial teardown of vehicle.
• Identify parts for cut-in and edging.
• Follow company procedures in application of under-coating, corrosion protection, seam sealer, weld through primer and lubricants.
• Re-assemble painted vehicle and painted parts.
• Perform a final quality check and review of work order prior to sending the vehicle to the detail department.

Skills

Body shop experience

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

A Body Shop Technician will repair or replace damaged body parts back to Pre-Accident Condition with factory and dealership specifications. Quality repair need to meet or exceed the original factory fit and finish. The end result should be an invisible repair.

Rush Truck Centers opens the door to the world of opportunity. We are the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships across the US representing truck and bus manufacturers. Our franchises include Peterbilt, International, Hino, Isuzu, Ford, IC Bus and Blue Bird. We offer a rewarding career as a leader in the transportation industry. Grow with us as we continue to expand our network of locations and services.

Responsibilities:

• Review each repair order, work order, and estimator’s notes to understand repairs needed prior to beginning work on the vehicle.
• All repairs must be completed according to the documentation on the repair order of the supplement.
• Must gain knowledge of the manufacturer’s and technical repair process.
• Perform initial teardown of vehicle.
• Identify parts for cut-in and edging.
• Follow company procedures in application of under-coating, corrosion protection, seam sealer, weld through primer and lubricants.
• Re-assemble painted vehicle and painted parts.
• Perform a final quality check and review of work order prior to sending the vehicle to the detail department.

Benefits:

• We offer an exceptional Total Rewards package with outstanding healthcare benefits, a robust 401(k) plan with company matching, and an employee stock purchase program to help you build long-term financial security. Additionally, we provide performance-based incentives and opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training and development. All of this is within a culture that values and rewards excellence, a positive attitude, and integrity, ensuring you thrive personally and professionally.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• One year body shop experience.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

This job posting does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their leader.

Minimum Pay Rate

USD $20.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay Rate

USD $25.00/Hr.