Body Shop/Frame Technician

About Us

We are Central Wisconsin’s leading Chevrolet and GMC dealer. The Wheeler family prides itself on being big enough to serve its customers, but still small enough to know them as well. Find more about the Wheeler Family Auto Group here.

About the role

Wheelers of Wisconsin Rapids is looking for a Body Shop/Frame Technician to join our dedicated team. The right candidate will have previous automotive tech experience and a strong willingness to learn. Day‑to‑day duties include road testing vehicles to ensure quality repair, identifying and resolving parts required for repair, and inspecting for additional or hidden repairs.

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve parts required for repair; review repair orders, work order, and Body Shop Manager’s estimate notes; follow warranty guidelines; notify supervisor of any repair add‑ons.
• Adjust, replace, and repair all series of truck and trailer equipment (e.g., sheet metal repairs, fiberglass/panel repairs, fabrication and structural welding, installation and alignment of truck cab body components, electrical and mechanical repairs, etc.).
• Road test vehicles when necessary to ensure quality repair.
• Maintain current knowledge of job and technical skills including truck manufacturer’s repair process.
• Perform work as outlined on repair estimates with efficiency and accuracy in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Teardown and inspect for additional or hidden repairs.
• Advise body shop estimator of additional damage or supplemental needs or if repairs will not be completed on time.
• Lead work of any apprentice technicians and maintain ASE certifications.

Qualifications

• Welding, suspension, framework experience a plus OR willingness to learn/train.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Benefits

• Pay ranges based on productivity and experience.
• Paid technician training and certifications.
• State‑of‑the‑art facility.
• No Sundays & paid time off on major holidays.
• Uniforms provided and cleaned.
• Professional service advisors to work with.
• Competitive health benefits.
• Paid Time Off.
• 401K with match.
• Employee discounts on purchases.
• Dental, vision, health care.
• Short‑term / long‑term disability, critical, accidental, and life insurance.

Pay

Pay ranges are based on productivity and experience.