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 in sales, over 1000 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 recognizes, values and welcomes all applicants with unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans.

The Auto Body Technician’s primary responsibility and accountability includes providing an exceptional and successful customer experience through the meticulous assessment and quality repair of each customer’s vehicle to restore it back to pre-accident condition. The Auto Body Technician thoroughly disassembles, repairs, and reassembles each vehicle while supporting the company’s promise of speed, quality and customer excellence. The Auto Body Technician works with all team members to achieve the repair facilities KPIs and is committed to being a dedicated Brand Ambassador of The Boyd Group.

• Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
• Plan the repair work that is necessary 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, dimples, and other minor body damage; apply filler resins when needed.
• Realign car chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
• Remove damaged sections of vehicles and replace 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 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.
• 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 others 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 at times.
• 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.

Note:

This job description is not designed to cover all activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.

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

• Annual Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 2 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for full-time employees (minimum 30 hours/week)
• 6 paid holidays annually
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance from Day 1
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Free Safety Glasses annually
• Annual Uniform Stipend

Gerber Collision & Glass is 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 characteristic prohibited by law or contract.

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