Experienced Body Shop Technician

Rush Enterprises Inc.; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers in the United States seeks a Body Shop Technician to repair or replace damaged body parts to Pre-Accident Condition per factory specs. The goal is an invisible repair that meets original fit and finish.

Responsibilities include reviewing repair orders, performing teardowns, using frame/measuring equipment, and ensuring quality checks before sending the vehicle to paint. Requires high school diploma, 3 years body shop experience, ICAR Welding Certificate, and a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• Three years’ body shop experience required.
• ICAR Welding Certificate or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability.

Responsibilities

• Review repair orders and notes to determine repairs before starting work.
• Ensure all repairs follow documentation, OEM specs, and I‑Car standards.
• Perform teardown, identify parts, and reassemble with quality checks.
• Use frame/measuring equipment per vendor procedures.
• Mentor/apprentice technicians and ensure final sign‑off before painting.

Skills

Body shop experience

Valid driver's license

Quality workmanship

Education

GED or high school diploma

ICAR Welding Certificate

Tools

Frame and measuring equipment

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 or the supplement.
• Knowledge of the manufacturer’s and technical repair process.
• Ability to use frame and measuring equipment per vendor procedures.
• Perform initial teardown of vehicle.
• Identify parts for cut-in and edging.
• Perform all repair procedures according to factory specifications and company policy. I-Car Standard.
• Perform and sign-off on all quality check before sending vehicle to paint department.
• 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.
• Work with apprentice or lesser skilled technicians in developing repair skills.

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).
• Three years’ body shop experience.
• ICAR Welding Certificate.
• 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 $28.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay Rate
USD $38.00/Hr.