BODY TECHNICIAN

About the Role

As a Collision Body Technician, you’ll perform vehicle repairs as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards. Your attention to detail ensures repairs are completed on time and deliver top-notch work to delight our customers. Keep America moving and drive your technician career with AutoNation.

Responsibilities

• Perform work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency and accuracy.
• Communicate with Estimators and Parts Associates to obtain necessary parts.
• Assess vehicle condition to determine if additional safety or repair work is needed.
• Perform all body repairs according to the estimate.
• Perform welding, soldering, body alignment, and frame/unibody repairs.
• Operate all equipment in the Collision Center in a safe and productive manner, following AutoNation’s Safety Standards for the use of personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection) while working on the production floor.
• Inspect all work performed as a Quality Control (QC) measure as soon as jobs are completed.
• Mix all chemicals according to manufacturer directions/specifications.
• Understand and follow federal, state, and local regulations that affect Collision Center operations, such as hazardous waste disposal and OSHA guidelines.
• Gain superior product knowledge to provide high-quality repairs.

Requirements

• ICAR certification (preferred) or interest in becoming certified.
• OEM certification (preferred) or interest in becoming certified.
• At least two years’ automotive experience.
• Valid, in-state driver’s license with an acceptable, safe driving record.
• Ability to operate an automobile.

Career Growth

Our Associates have many choices for career growth and development after success in a Collision Body Technician role. Future opportunities may include:

• Collision Director
• Collision Production Manager
• Collision Estimator
• Collision Body Team Lead

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and 401k matching.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans, including maternity benefits.
• Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear.
• Access to discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers.
• Paid training and OEM certification support.
• Opportunities to participate in our DRVPNK mission, raising and donating millions to cancer research and treatment.