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 3+ billion dollars in sales, over 1000 locations and growing, our 10,000+ team members across the United States and Canada are committed to delivering 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 opportunities for you to grow with us. Gerber Collision & Glass recognizes, values and welcomes all applicants with unique talents and abilities 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 the 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 and contributes to the company’s goals of speed, quality and customer excellence. The role works with team members to achieve repair facility KPIs and acts as a Brand Ambassador of The Boyd Group at all times.

• Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
• Plan the repair work required and prepare cost estimates for customers. Use tools such as cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers to repair sections of a vehicle.
• Hammer out dents and 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 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 attach or fit parts into place and 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.
• Performs 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.

Note:

This job description is not designed to cover every activity, duty or responsibility that may be required of the employee. Duties may change at any time with or without notice. The physical demands of the job must be met to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

EEO Statement: 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 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.

AI Disclosure Statement:
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.

Compensation Details: $26 / 37 Hour Flat Rate

Flat Rate Compensation is a performance-based structure tied to turned hours. If total compensation in a pay period is less than minimum wage, clocked hours will be calculated with a guaranteed minimum wage as required locally.

Compensation is commensurate with skill, education and experience.

Supplemental Pay:
This position may also be eligible for bonus opportunities tied to individual or business initiatives.