Senior Auto Body Technician: Aluminum Repair & Welding

McCandless Ford Meadville; Meadville (Crawford County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Growth opportunities and career growth

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Community involvement opportunities

Modern equipment and team-oriented env

Job summary

McCandless Collision Center is seeking an experienced Auto Body Technician to join our team. You will inspect, repair, and restore vehicles to manufacturer specifications with emphasis on aluminum repair, welding, and precise measuring.

Candidates must have 5+ years of collision repair experience, own professional tools, and familiarity with CCC ONE. A lean, team-focused shop environment offers ongoing training and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of professional auto body collision repair experience required.
• Experience with aluminum repair and aluminum welding is required.
• Working knowledge of CCC ONE estimating and repair management software is required.
• Must provide and maintain your own professional automotive repair tools.
• Excellent attendance, punctuality, and reliability are required.
• Ability to work effectively in a lean production environment, following standardized repair processes, maintaining an organized workspace, and contributing to continuous improvement.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Strong knowledge of structural and non-structural collision repair procedures.
• Experience with frame repair and computerized measuring systems.
• Ability to read OEM repair procedures and repair estimates.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced team environment.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• I-CAR ProLevel and aluminum repair certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect damaged vehicles and determine repair requirements using repair orders and OEM repair procedures.
• Repair and replace damaged body panels, structural components, and vehicle frames.
• Perform frame and unibody measuring and straightening.
• Complete dent repairs, body filler work, sanding, and surface preparation.
• Perform aluminum body repairs and aluminum welding in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Perform MIG welding and other metal repair techniques as required.
• Install replacement parts, trim, moldings, glass, and hardware.
• Ensure all repairs meet manufacturer specifications and McCandless Collision Center's quality standards.
• Accurately document repairs and communicate progress using CCC ONE.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Work collaboratively with estimators, painters, and other team members to ensure timely, high-quality repairs.

Job description

McCandless Collision Center is seeking an experienced Auto Body Technician to join our team. You will inspect, repair, and restore vehicles to manufacturer specifications with emphasis on aluminum repair, welding, and precise measuring.

Candidates must have 5+ years of collision repair experience, own professional tools, and familiarity with CCC ONE. A lean, team-focused shop environment offers ongoing training and opportunities for growth.