Auto Body Technician (C)

Crash Champions - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Houston, TX

501-1,000 employees

Repair and Maintenance

About the position

The Auto Body Technician at Crash Champions is responsible for examining damaged vehicles and efficiently planning the repair process. This role involves performing quality repairs while ensuring timely completion and making informed decisions regarding repair versus replacement based on safety, cost, and cycle time. The technician will also supervise apprentices and participate in safety meetings, contributing to a collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities

• Examines damaged vehicle and efficiently plans repair process.
• Works and communicates with others on vehicle repair status.
• Performs quality repairs while keeping on-time status in mind.
• Makes decisions on repair vs. replace considering safety, cost, and cycle time.
• Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle and fenders.
• Participates in all required safety meetings.
• Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
• Directs the work of an apprentice in the performance of tasks when needed, i.e., unusual problems or questions and explains procedures to assistant.

Requirements

• Ability to use frame machine.
• Certification in body repair preferred.
• Knowledge of vehicle repair process by manufacturer.
• I-CAR welding certified.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting measuring data.
• Ability to supervise repair personnel.
• Must be able to pass thorough background check.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Weekly Paychecks
• 401K with company match
• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance
• Additional elective benefits