Auto Body Technician

Overview

Company:
Gerber Collision & Glass

WELCOME TO GERBER COLLISION & GLASS. Our Team Members Drive Us! Gerber Collision & Glass is one of the largest collision repair companies in North America. With $2+ billion in sales, over 800 locations and growing, our 10,000+ team members across the United States and Canada are passionate about delivering our goal to WOW Every Customer and Be the Best. We invite you to join our team.

Gerber offers a great place to launch and grow careers. As we continue to grow, we have endless opportunities for you to grow with us. Gerber Collision & Glass values all applicants and welcomes individuals from all backgrounds. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans.

Job Description:

The Auto Body Technician’s primary responsibility is to provide an exceptional customer experience through meticulous assessment and quality repair of each customer’s vehicle to restore it to pre-accident condition. The Auto Body Technician disassembles, repairs, and reassembles vehicles while contributing to the company’s goals of speed, quality and customer excellence. The Auto Body Technician works with the team to achieve repair facility KPIs and represents the Brand at all times.

• Ensure consistent execution of the WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
• Plan the repair work and prepare cost estimates for customers using tools such as cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers.
• Hammer out dents and minor body damage; apply filler resins when needed.
• Realign car chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
• Remove damaged sections and replace with new or aftermarket parts; repair glass and windshields as needed.
• Replace or repair interior parts as required.
• Weld and attach or fit parts; prepare and repaint vehicles with factory-specified paint or equivalent.
• Complete work orders within labor time guidelines and inspect vehicles after repair to ensure quality.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical school program completion or a 3-year apprenticeship as an auto body repairer.

• Ability to read job orders and work with little supervision.
• Ability to work with other repairers in 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 odors present.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to visually inspect vehicle damage in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.

• Up to 80 hours of Paid Time Off annually.
• 2 weeks of paid parental leave for full-time employees; minimum 30 hours per week.
• 6 paid holidays annually.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• 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 each year.
• Annual Voluntary Uniform Stipend.

Note:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties may change at any time with or without notice. The physical demands of the job must be met to successfully perform essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Gerber Collision & Glass is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status, or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

Gerber Collision & Glass has been WOWing customers with our collision repair services for over 80 years. Please visit  to learn more about our company.

At The Boyd Group and all affiliated companies, we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for employment. All hiring decisions are made by real people who review each application individually.

Flat Rate

Estimated: $75,000 - $125,000 / Year. Flat Rate Compensation is a performance-based structure tied to booked hours. If total compensation is less than minimum wage, hours will be guaranteed to meet applicable local or state minimum wage. Compensation is commensurate with skill, education and experience.