Collision Body Technician

Overview: Accelerate Your Career with the Nation’s Number-One Automotive Service Provider Make your mark getting customers back on the road in a position with solid advancement potential.
This is your opportunity to make an impact and accelerate your career with the #1 automotive retailer and service provider in the nation.
As long as you have at least two years of automotive experience combined with ICAR and/or OEM certification OR an interest in becoming certified, we can help you grow your skills and career.
Consider some advantages of joining our team: Regardless of your experience level, there's plenty of room to advance your career and earnings potential along our collision technician path.
In time, you could step up to a Collision Body Team Lead, Collision Estimator, Production Manager or even Director.
You will enjoy strong training, including manufacturer training, and mentorship.
We also offer tuition and certification reimbursement.
With over 300 locations from coast to coast, nobody represents more manufacturers (from Ford to Chevrolet and Toyota to Mercedes-Benz) than us.
We offer career growth and transfer opportunities locally and nationwide.
Our people are our most valuable asset.
We’re committed to an inclusive and welcoming environment where each individual feels valued, respected and heard.
You’ll play an important role in our community and culture.
We offer competitive compensation and outstanding benefits including transparent pay through our technician wage grid, medical and other insurances, a 401(k) with company match, and much more.
We have collision technician opportunities available at various levels from trainee to master technician, so feel free to share this information with your peers.
AutoNation, a provider of personalized transportation services, is driven by innovation and transformation.
As one of America's most admired companies, AutoNation delivers a peerless Customer experience recognized by data-driven consumer insight leaders, Reputation and J.
D.
Power.
Through its bold leadership and brand affinity, the AutoNation Brand is synonymous with "DRVPNK" and "What Drives You, Drives Us.
" AutoNation has a singular focus on personalized transportation services that are easy, transparent, and Customer-centric.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS To qualify for the Collision Body Technician position, you will have: At least two years of automotive experience.
ICAR certification (preferred) or interest to become certified.
OEM certification (preferred) or interest to become certified.
Your own set of tools and welding equipment Must have a valid, in-state driver’s license with an acceptable, safe driving record.
Ability to operate an automobile.
Reached 18 years of age.
THE JOB As a Collision Body Technician, you’ll perform vehicle repairs as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards.
Your attention to detail will make you a valuable asset to the team as you ensure repairs are completed on time and deliver top-notch work to delight our customers.
You'll do rebuild work at an AutoNation Collision Center and could interact daily with other team members including service advisors, other technicians, parts associates, cashiers, sales associates, and managers.
Daily responsibilities may include: Performing work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency and accuracy.
Communicating with Estimators and Parts Associates to obtain necessary parts.
Assessing vehicle condition to determine if additional safety or repair work is needed.
Performing all body repairs according to estimate.
Performing welding, soldering, body alignment, and frame / unibody repairs.
Operating all equipment in the Collision Center in a safe and productive manner, following AutoNation’s Safety Standards for the use of personal protective equipment (e.
g.
, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection) while working on the production floor.
Inspecting all work performed as a Quality Control (QC) measure as soon as jobs are completed.
Mixing all chemicals according to manufacturer directions/specifications.
Understanding and following federal, state, and local regulations that affect Collision Center operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA guidelines, etc.
Gaining superior product knowledge to provide high-quality repairs.
Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.
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