PDR Tech

Kids for the Future; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavender Buick GMC North is seeking an experienced PDR Technician to join our team. You will repair dents on new and pre-owned inventory across the lot, delivering pristine results that are invisible to the customer and meet dealership standards.

This full-time, on-site role offers consistent volume, comprehensive benefits, and a Monday–Friday schedule. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of PDR experience, owns a complete PDR tool set, and holds a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional PDR experience.
• Ability to repair large dents and aluminum panels.
• Own a complete set of professional PDR tools.
• Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

• Perform paintless dent repair on dealership inventory.
• Handle the full spectrum of PDR work: door dings, large dents, creases, aluminum panel repair.
• Assess vehicle damage on the lot and determine appropriate repair methods — PDR vs. referral for paint/body work.
• Perform proactive lot walks to identify and repair dents on incoming inventory before it reaches the sales floor.
• Maintain high quality standards — repairs should be invisible to the customer and meet dealership presentation requirements.
• Work independently with minimal supervision, managing your own queue and prioritizing repairs to support sales throughput.
• Track and document completed repairs for management reporting.

Skills

PDR experience

Complex dent repair

Own PDR tools

Driver's license

Tools

PDR toolset

Job description

Description

PDR TECH

Cavender Buick GMC North is seeking an experienced Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) Technician to join our team. This is a rare opportunity for a skilled PDR professional to step out of the mobile vendor grind and into a stable, full-time dealership position with consistent volume, full benefits, and a regular Monday–Friday schedule.

You will be our dedicated PDR specialist, responsible for repairing dents and dings on new and pre-owned inventory across the dealership lot. This is not a hail-only or light-ding-only role — we need a technician capable of handling the full range of PDR work, from door dings to large dents, creases, and aluminum panel repair.

We are investing in an in-house program because we believe in quality control and faster turnaround. If you take pride in your craft and want a long-term home with a dealership that values your skill set, this is the role.

What You'll Do

• Perform paintless dent repair on dealership inventory, including new, pre-owned, and service customer vehicles
• Handle the full spectrum of PDR work: door dings, large dents, creases, dings on body lines, and aluminum panel repair
• Assess vehicle damage on the lot and determine appropriate repair methods — PDR vs. referral for paint/body work
• Perform proactive lot walks to identify and repair dents on incoming inventory before it reaches the sales floor
• Maintain high quality standards — repairs should be invisible to the customer and meet dealership presentation requirements
• Work independently with minimal supervision, managing your own queue and prioritizing repairs to support sales throughput
• Track and document completed repairs for management reporting

What You Need

• 5+ years of professional PDR experience
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex dent repair — not limited to hail damage or light dings. You should be confident with large dents, creases, body line damage, and aluminum panels
• Own a complete set of professional PDR tools and equipment (rods, tabs, glue-pull system, light board, etc.)
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to the dealership

Preferred Qualifications

• Vale Certification or completion of an accredited PDR training program (e.g., Rightlook, Dent Mechanics, PDR Academy, or equivalent)
• Experience working in a dealership or high-volume reconditioning environment
• Familiarity with aluminum body panels and modern vehicle construction materials
• I-CAR or ASE certifications (not required, but a plus)

Why This Role Is Different

Most PDR technicians work as contractors — driving between 5–10 dealerships a day, dealing with weather, traffic, inconsistent volume, and no benefits. This role eliminates all of that:

• Consistent volume — GMC North moves enough inventory to keep a skilled tech busy with plenty of headroom for growth
• Full W-2 benefits — health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and the security of a regular paycheck
• Competitive compensation — $65K–$100K based on skill and experience
• Career stability — long‑term position with a dealership investing in its in‑house reconditioning program