Auto Body Technician

Job Overview

Gerber Collision & Glass seeks an Auto Body Technician to provide exceptional customer experience through meticulous assessment and quality repair of each customer’s vehicle to restore it back to pre-accident condition.

• Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
• Plan the repair work and prepare cost estimates for customers.
• Use various tools such as cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers to repair vehicle sections.
• Hammer out dents, dimples, and other minor body damage when possible; mix and apply filler resins to repair dents when other methods are not feasible.
• Realign car chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
• Remove damaged sections of vehicles and replace them with new or aftermarket parts.
• Replace or repair glass and windshields as needed.
• Replace or repair interior parts as needed.
• Weld and otherwise attach or fit parts into place.
• Prepare and repaint vehicles with factory‑specified paint or agreed‑upon equivalent.
• Attempt to complete work orders within labor time guidelines.
• Inspect vehicles after repair to ensure all work has been executed correctly.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of a technical school program or a 3‑year apprenticeship as an auto body repairer.

• Ability to read job orders and work with very little supervision.
• Ability to work with other repairers within an auto body shop.
• Thorough understanding of methods and procedures to repair vehicle bodies.
• Thorough understanding of how to use tools required for the trade.

• Must be able to work safely in a noisy area with many odors present.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.
• Must be able to visually inspect vehicle damage in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.

The physical demands of your job must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

• Annual Paid Time Off (PTO) plans
• 2 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for full‑time employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week
• 6 paid holidays annually
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision insurance effective Day 1
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employer‑Paid Short‑Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Additional voluntary life insurance
• Continuing education opportunities
• Free prescription or non‑prescription safety glasses annually
• Annual voluntary uniform stipend
• Voluntary daily pay option available

Flat rate estimated $65,000–$125,000+ per year. Compensation is commensurate with skill, education, and experience. Sign‑on bonus/relocation bonus opportunities available for qualified candidates.

The Boyd Group welcomes unique talents from all backgrounds and characteristics. We act with integrity and appreciate the diverse perspectives that make our "Greater Team" exceptional. Qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and Protected Veterans, are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.