Senior Auto Body Technician — Frame & Structural Repair

Crash-Champions-Collision-Repair-Team-1; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 159,000; 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 (Cash From Crash)

5 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Crash Champions is seeking an automotive collision repair technician in Independence, MO. You will examine damaged vehicles, plan repairs, and communicate progress to keep work on schedule while upholding safety standards.

Responsibilities include determining repair vs replacement, performing high-quality repairs, and guiding apprentices as needed. The role offers a commission/flag-rate compensation with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Certification in body repair preferred.
• Knowledge of vehicle repair process by manufacturer.
• I-CAR welding certified.
• Ability to supervise repair personnel.
• Pass 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 operation

Vehicle repair process knowledge

I-CAR welding certification

Interpreting measuring data

Supervising repair personnel

Background check clearance

Education

Body repair certification preferred

Job description

Crash Champions is seeking an automotive collision repair technician in Independence, MO. You will examine damaged vehicles, plan repairs, and communicate progress to keep work on schedule while upholding safety standards.

Responsibilities include determining repair vs replacement, performing high-quality repairs, and guiding apprentices as needed. The role offers a commission/flag-rate compensation with comprehensive benefits.