Lead Auto Body Technician

Crash Champions; Neptune City (NJ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k Retirement Plan with match

Referral Bonus

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Crash Champions in Neptune City, NJ is seeking a skilled collision repair technician to examine damaged vehicles and efficiently plan the repair process, while coordinating with teammates to track progress and maintain schedules.

You will perform quality repairs, decide when to repair or replace based on safety and cost, and guide apprentices as needed. The role offers a commission/flag pay structure with a range reflecting local market and company policy.

Qualifications

• Ability to use frame machine.
• Certification in body repair preferred.
• Knowledge of vehicle repair process by manufacturer.
• I-CAR welding certified.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting measuring data.
• Ability to supervise repair personnel.
• Must be able to pass thorough background check

Responsibilities

• Examines damaged vehicle and efficiently plans repair process.
• Works and communicates with others on vehicle repair status.
• Performs quality repairs while keeping on-time status in mind.
• Makes decisions on repair vs. replace considering safety, cost, and cycle time.
• Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle and fenders.
• Participates in all required safety meetings.
• Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
• Directs the work of an apprentice in the performance of tasks when needed.

Skills

Frame machine

Body repair certification

Manufacturer repair standards

I-CAR welding

Measuring data

Team supervision

Job description

Crash Champions in Neptune City, NJ is seeking a skilled collision repair technician to examine damaged vehicles and efficiently plan the repair process, while coordinating with teammates to track progress and maintain schedules.

You will perform quality repairs, decide when to repair or replace based on safety and cost, and guide apprentices as needed. The role offers a commission/flag pay structure with a range reflecting local market and company policy.