Senior Auto Body Technician & Team Lead

Crash Champions; Niles Township (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 175,000; 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

Job summary

Crash Champions in Illinois is seeking a skilled collision repair technician to inspect damaged vehicles and plan repairs, lead repair tasks, and ensure on-time completion. The role requires frame machine operation, body repair certification, I-CAR welding certification, and strong knowledge of manufacturer repair processes.

You will supervise apprentices, communicate repair status, and participate in safety meetings while upholding quality standards and safety guidelines in a fast-growing MSO

Qualifications

• Experience with vehicle repair processes per manufacturer.
• I-CAR welding certification or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to supervise repair personnel and coordinate workflow.
• Pass a 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

Body repair certification

Vehicle repair knowledge

I-CAR welding certified

Measuring data analysis

Supervisory skills

Background check clearance

Job description

Crash Champions in Illinois is seeking a skilled collision repair technician to inspect damaged vehicles and plan repairs, lead repair tasks, and ensure on-time completion. The role requires frame machine operation, body repair certification, I-CAR welding certification, and strong knowledge of manufacturer repair processes.

You will supervise apprentices, communicate repair status, and participate in safety meetings while upholding quality standards and safety guidelines in a fast-growing MSO