Frame/Body Technician for Commercial Trucks

Rush Enterprises Inc.; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Performance-based incentives

Training & development

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers is seeking a Body Shop Mechanic to repair or replace damaged body parts to pre-accident condition following factory and dealership specifications. The role requires 3 years of body shop experience and an ICAR Welding Certificate, plus a valid driver’s license.

You will review repair orders, perform teardown and final quality checks, use frame equipment, and mentor apprentices as needed. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Three years’ body shop experience.
• ICAR Welding Certificate.
• Current and valid driver license; driving record must meet insurability guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Review each repair order and notes to understand repairs needed before work begins.
• All repairs must follow repair order documentation or supplements.
• Knowledge of manufacturer’s and repair process.
• Use frame and measuring equipment per vendor procedures.
• Perform initial teardown of vehicle.
• Identify parts for cut-in and edging.
• Perform repairs per factory specs and I-CAR standards.
• Sign-off on all quality checks before sending to paint.
• Re-assemble painted vehicle and parts.
• Final quality check before detailing.
• Guide apprentices or less skilled technicians to develop repair skills.

Skills

ICAR Welding Certificate

Valid Driver's License

CDL (optional)

Medical Card (FMVSS)

Body shop experience

Quality focus

Education

ICAR Welding Certificate

Tools

Frame & measuring equipment

Job description

A Body Shop Mechanicwill 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:

• Three years’ body shop experience.
• ICAR Welding Certificate.
• Must possess a current and valid driver license with a driving record that meets the insurability guidelines set forth by the company’s insurance carrier.
• Current and valid CDL and Medical card as required by the FMVS preferred but not required.

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 $22.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay Rate

USD $30.00/Hr.