Senior Auto Body Technician & Lead Repair Specialist

Crash Champions; Westgate (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 167,000; 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 hiring a Body Technician to inspect damaged vehicles, plan and execute repair work, and ensure high-quality results while meeting timelines. The technician will supervise apprentices as needed and collaborate with teammates to optimize safety and efficiency.

The role requires frame machine operation, knowledge of repair processes, and I-CAR welding certification or equivalent. A background check is required for employment consideration.

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 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 knowledge

Measuring data analysis

Supervising repair personnel

Background check compliance

I-CAR welding certified

Education

Body repair certification

Job description

Crash Champions is hiring a Body Technician to inspect damaged vehicles, plan and execute repair work, and ensure high-quality results while meeting timelines. The technician will supervise apprentices as needed and collaborate with teammates to optimize safety and efficiency.

The role requires frame machine operation, knowledge of repair processes, and I-CAR welding certification or equivalent. A background check is required for employment consideration.