Automotive Collision Technician

About the role

At ABRA Auto Body & Glass, part of the Durango Motor Company family, we're committed to delivering repairs right the first time, on time. We are seeking experienced Automotive Collision Technicians who take pride in producing high-quality repairs, enjoy working in a team-oriented environment, and are committed to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Stay up to date on the latest repair methods, technologies, and OEM procedures
• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble vehicles to OEM and company standards
• Perform structural and non-structural collision repairs
• Complete vehicle body repairs efficiently while maintaining the highest quality standards
• Perform welding, soldering, panel replacement, and vehicle body alignment operations
• Identify additional damage and communicate repair needs promptly
• Work closely with estimators and team members to ensure an exceptional guest experience
• Attend I-CAR training and remain current on OEM repair guidelines
• Operate collision center equipment safely and effectively
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of production collision repair experience required.
• Ability to independently complete light to heavy collision repairs from disassembly through reassembly.
• Ability to complete/repair automotive structural work on guests' vehicles
• Product knowledge of various auto industry brands
• Ability to work in a high-performance, fast-paced team environment
• Organized & Guest-focused
• Willing to submit to a pre-hire background check
• Ability to remain in stationary positions (standing/sitting) for extended periods of time, 6 plus hours.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs comfortably
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, or stoop as needed
• Valid Driver’s License
• I-CAR Welding Certification preferred.
• I-CAR Platinum™ status preferred.
• OEM certification or manufacturer-specific training is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of production collision repair experience required.
• Ability to independently complete light to heavy collision repairs from disassembly through reassembly.
• Ability to complete/repair automotive structural work on guests' vehicles
• Product knowledge of various auto industry brands
• Ability to work in a high-performance, fast-paced team environment
• Organized & Guest-focused
• Willing to submit to a pre-hire background check
• Ability to remain in stationary positions (standing/sitting) for extended periods of time, 6 plus hours.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs comfortably
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, or stoop as needed
• Valid Driver’s License
• I-CAR Welding Certification preferred.
• I-CAR Platinum™ status preferred.
• OEM certification or manufacturer-specific training is a plus.