Body Shop Technician

About the role

Rush Truck Centers is the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships across the US representing truck and bus manufacturers including Peterbilt, International, Hino, Isuzu, Ford, IC Bus and Blue Bird. As a Body Shop Technician, you will repair or replace damaged body parts back to pre‑accident condition with factory and dealership specifications, ensuring quality repairs meet or exceed original factory fit and finish for an invisible repair.

Responsibilities

• Review each repair order, work order, and estimator’s notes to understand repairs needed prior to beginning work on the vehicle.
• Complete all repairs according to the documentation on the repair order or the supplement.
• Apply knowledge of the manufacturer’s and technical repair process.
• Use frame and measuring equipment per vendor procedures.
• Perform initial teardown of vehicle.
• Identify parts for cut‑in and edging.
• Perform all repair procedures according to factory specifications and company policy, I‑Car Standard.
• Perform and sign‑off on all quality checks before sending vehicle to paint department.
• Re‑assemble painted vehicle and painted parts.
• Perform a final quality check and review of work order prior to sending the vehicle to the detail department.
• Work with apprentice or lesser skilled technicians in developing repair skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 4 years body shop experience.
• Possess a current and valid driver license with a driving record that meets the insurability guidelines set forth by the company’s insurance carrier.
• Current and valid CDL and Medical card as required by the FMVS preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Exceptional Total Rewards package with outstanding healthcare benefits.
• Robust 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Employee stock purchase program to help build long‑term financial security.
• Performance‑based incentives.
• Opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training and development.
• Culture that values and rewards excellence, a positive attitude, and integrity.

Pay

• Minimum Pay Rate: USD $25.00/Hr.
• Maximum Pay Rate: USD $45.00/Hr.
• Sign‑on bonus: up to $5,000 based on experience.