Paintless Dent Repair; PDR Technician

Salary Range

$50,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) Technician

Easterns Automotive Group

Sterling, VA

Easterns Automotive Group is actively seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) Technician to join our high-volume reconditioning center. As a leading multi-location automotive retailer serving the DC and Baltimore metro areas, we take pride in delivering retail-ready vehicles quickly and efficiently while maintaining the highest quality standards.

The PDR Technician plays a critical role in our reconditioning process by removing dents and minor body damage without disturbing the vehicle’s factory paint
. This position works closely with our reconditioning, body shop, and detailing teams to ensure vehicles move efficiently through the recon pipeline and meet our retail-ready standards.

We encourage you to apply if you take pride in precision craftsmanship, enjoy working in a fast‑paced production environment, and want to be part of a team focused on quality and efficiency.

• Health & Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Matching
• Paid Time Off & Parental Leave
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Training & Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts

• Perform Paintless Dent Repairs – repair door dings, creases, hail damage, and minor body dents using specialized PDR tools while preserving factory paint.
• Assess Vehicle Damage – inspect incoming vehicles during the reconditioning process and determine whether dents can be repaired using PDR or require conventional body repair.
• Support Recon Workflow – work closely with the recon manager, body shop team, and detail department to ensure vehicles move efficiently through the reconditioning process.
• Quality Control – inspect repaired panels under proper lighting to ensure the highest quality finish with no visible distortion or imperfections.
• Maintain Tools & Equipment – safely operate and maintain PDR tools including rods, glue pull systems, tap‑down tools, and specialized lighting.
• Prioritize Inventory – focus on vehicles closest to retail-ready status to support efficient recon turnaround times.
• Communicate With Management – provide repair assessments and timelines to recon leadership to support effective inventory management.

• Have PDR Experience – proven experience performing paintless dent repairs on a variety of vehicle panels.
• Demonstrate Strong Attention to Detail – ability to read panel reflections and ensure high-quality repairs.
• Work Efficiently in a High-Volume Environment – comfortable working on multiple vehicles daily in a production-focused recon center.
• Show Excellent Problem-Solving Skills – ability to determine when PDR repair is appropriate versus when conventional body repair is required.
• Be a Team Player – collaborate effectively with recon, body shop, and detailing teams.
• Maintain Professional Standards – strong work ethic, reliability, and pride in workmanship.
• Possess a Valid Driver’s License – ability to safely move vehicles as needed.

This is a full-time position. Monday – Friday.

If you are passionate about delivering exceptional vehicle quality and want to play a key role in preparing inventory for retail sale, Easterns Automotive Group invites you to apply today. Join a company where craftsmanship, efficiency, and teamwork drive success.