HD Collision Repair Technician

West Michigan International / K&R Truck Sales; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

Disability insurance

401K

Paid time off

Career growth

Internal promotions

Uniforms provided

Training reimbursement

Education support

Competitive wages

Job summary

West Michigan International / K&R Truck Sales is seeking a Truck Collision Repair Technician to join a family-oriented, professional shop environment. The role focuses on collision repair, body work, and staying current with industry standards through ongoing training and certification support.

You will contribute to a clean, productive shop while advancing your skills and benefiting from a supportive team, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Read and comprehend written instructions and information.
• Knowledge of automotive repair, especially collision repair.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Team-oriented with collaborative mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and follow up on projects.
• Detail-oriented approach to work.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Must have the tools required to perform tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform collision repair work on heavy-duty trucks per repair orders.
• Conduct body repairs, including fiberglass and composite repairs.
• Use hand and power tools to repair or replace damaged parts; weld as needed.
• Work with metals, plastics, glass, electrical and mechanical components.
• Participate in manufacturer-sponsored training to stay current.

Skills

Read and follow instructions

Automotive repair knowledge

Communication skills

Team oriented

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Punctual

Tools required

Tools

Tools required

Job description

West Michigan International (WMI) and K&R Truck Sales are locally owned and operated, serving West Michigan with a commitment to exceptional customer service and a full-service truck dealership experience. With five locations across Grand Rapids, Holland, Kalamazoo, Lansing, and Muskegon, the company offers extensive service departments, three complete body shops, parts delivery, mobile service trucks, towing, and more. As a Truck Collision Repair Technician, you will join a supportive, family-oriented team in a clean, professional, and highly productive shop environment. This role is ideal for individuals seeking long-term job security, opportunities for career advancement, and a chance to grow their skills through ongoing training and certification support.

Responsibilities

• Perform collision repair work on heavy-duty trucks as outlined on repair orders, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in accordance with OEM standards.
• Conduct body repair work, including fiberglass and composite repairs.
• Utilize hand and power tools to remove or repair damaged parts, weld as needed, and properly install new components.
• Work with a variety of materials, including metals, plastics, glass, electrical, and mechanical parts.
• Participate in manufacturer-sponsored training programs, both hands-on and web-based, to stay current with industry standards and techniques.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and information.
• Knowledge of automotive repair and maintenance, particularly in collision repair.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and follow up on projects.
• Detail-oriented approach to work.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Must have the tools required to perform assigned tasks.

Benefits

• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• FSA/HSA
• Short and Long Term Disability
• 401K Plan
• Paid time off and vacation
• Growth opportunities and career advancement
• Family owned and operated environment
• Long-term job security
• Health and wellness programs
• Uniforms provided
• Highly productive and clean shop
• Promotion from within
• ASE and state certification reimbursement; all training expenses paid
• Continued education, including manufacturer hands-on and web-based training
• Competitive wages