Collision Repair Technician
Team Hodges, Inc. · West Branch, MI · 10 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
What We Offer
- Medical and Dental
- 401K Plan
- Paid time off and vacation
- Growth opportunities
- Employee vehicle purchase plans
- Family owned and operated
- Long term job security
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Discounts on products and services
Technician Specific Benefits
- Shop equipped with newer technology and equipment
- Discounts on products and services
- Work environment OSHA certified
- Highly productive shop
- Career advancement opportunities, promote from within
- ASE and state inspection certification reimbursement and all training expenses paid to further your career
- Continued education, manufacturer hands on and web based training
- Clean and professional work environment
- Competitive wages
Responsibilities
- Identify and resolve parts required for repair; review repair orders, work order, and Body Shop Managers estimate notes; follow warranty guidelines; notify supervisor of any repair add-ons.
- Adjust, replace, and repair all series of automobiles (e.g., sheet metal repairs, fiberglass/panel repairs, fabrication and structural welding, installation and alignment of 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 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 willing to learn/train
- ASE Certifications; Damage Analysis and Estimating, Mechanical and Electrical Components, Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair and State Vehicle Inspector (preferred)
- Certifications listed above or equivalent experience and eagerness to improve
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record