Senior Auto Body Technician | EV Certified & Team Lead

Crash-Champions-Collision-Repair-Team-1; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 179,000; 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

5 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Crash Champions is one of the fastest-growing brands in the collision repair industry, with over 650 locations across 38 states. We seek skilled technicians who can examine damage, plan repairs, coordinate with others, and deliver high‑quality work on time.

Requirements include frame machine use, body repair certification, knowledge of manufacturer repair processes, and I-CAR welding certification. A background check is required.

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, i.e., unusual problems or questions and explains procedures to assistant.

Skills

Frame machine usage

Supervise repair personnel

Interpreting measuring data

Background check required

Safety awareness

Education

Certification in body repair

Tools

I-CAR welding certified

Job description

Crash Champions is one of the fastest-growing brands in the collision repair industry, with over 650 locations across 38 states. We seek skilled technicians who can examine damage, plan repairs, coordinate with others, and deliver high‑quality work on time.

Requirements include frame machine use, body repair certification, knowledge of manufacturer repair processes, and I-CAR welding certification. A background check is required.