Collision center technician

Location:

6252 Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk, Virginia 23502

Responsible for identifying and performing necessary body repair work in accordance with factory and Collision Center specifications.

This job has no direct supervisor responsibilities.

• Examines body damage on customer vehicles
• Identifies necessary body repair work
• Estimates cost of body work
• Requests necessary parts
• Performs body repairs including removing damaged body parts and replacing with fixed or new parts
• Documents repairs performed
• Performs body repairs efficiently and according to Collision Center and insurance company guidelines
• Maintains CSI at or above Company standards
• Maintains an organized, clean and safe work area
• Participates in required training
• Records all hours worked accurately in company timekeeping system
• Follows Safeguards rules and regulations
• Demonstrates the Company’s Core Values.
• Complies with Company policies and procedures.
• Observes all Federal, State, Local and Company safety rules and regulations in the performance of duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

The Collision Center Technician Position has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include Base Hourly Compensation of $18.00 - $25.00 . The position also may also pay a production bonus based on individual or team performance that may range from $0.00 (if baseline benchmarks are not met) without any fixed upper limit.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with medical conditions to perform the essential functions.

High School Diploma

5+ years

Driver’s License

Thorough knowledge of automotive parts and systems. Demonstrable mechanical skills and knowledge. Technical training or commensurate technical experience required.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations. Ability to understand and follow technical manuals. Strong problem-solving skills to identify and request necessary parts, and perform repairs efficiently while adhering to dealership and manufacturer guidelines.

Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to use communication skills to clearly explain vehicle issues, repair needs, and recommendations to team members, service advisors, and customers. Proficient writing skills to accurately document services performed, parts requested, and any issues identified, ensuring clear and thorough records in the dealership's system.

Proficient in using dealership software systems to document vehicle services, track repair history, and manage timekeeping. Capable of navigating the parts department inventory and ordering system to request necessary parts efficiently, and able to utilize technology to ensure accurate documentation of repairs and maintenance.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide. Proficiency in using measurements to assess parts and ensure proper fitting during repairs and maintenance.

Duties are performed primarily in the service area. Work includes movement around vehicles, working in various physical positions, and the safe operation of power tools and test equipment. May be exposed to loud noise, vibration, exhaust fumes, and other service and repair conditions.…