About This Job
As a Body Shop A Technician, you are a critical expert in restoring vehicles to their pre-accident condition, ensuring both safety and aesthetic excellence. You lead complex repairs, applying advanced technical skills and a keen eye for detail to every project. This role directly impacts customer satisfaction and upholds our commitment to quality craftsmanship. You serve as a mentor, setting high standards for repair work and contributing significantly to the team's overall success.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs comprehensive collision repair and auto body repair on vehicles with significant damage.
- Utilizes specialized equipment for precise frame straightening, ensuring structural integrity.
- Executes expert welding and panel replacement to restore vehicle body components.
- Applies advanced techniques for dent removal, preserving original finishes whenever possible.
- Manages all stages of automotive painting, including meticulous surface preparation, sanding & buffing, and precise color matching.
- Oversees and performs thorough vehicle disassembly & reassembly, ensuring all components are correctly installed and aligned.
- Diagnoses complex repair issues and develops effective repair strategies.
- Collaborates with estimators and service advisors to communicate repair progress and identify additional needs.
- Mentors less experienced technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices.
- Adheres to all safety protocols and environmental regulations.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Possesses a high school diploma or GED.
- Completes vocational training or an apprenticeship in auto body repair.
Experience
- Holds a minimum of 5 years of proven experience as a lead or A-level technician in a busy body shop environment.
- Demonstrates a track record of successfully completing complex collision repairs.
Knowledge/Skills
- Applies expert knowledge of collision repair and auto body repair techniques.
- Masters the use of equipment for frame straightening.
- Performs advanced welding (MIG, TIG, etc.) on various materials.
- Excels in panel replacement and structural repair.
- Possesses superior skills in dent removal and panel preparation.
- Understands and executes all aspects of automotive painting, including paint mixing and application.
- Proficiently performs sanding & buffing to achieve factory-quality finishes.
- Demonstrates exceptional color matching abilities.
- Competently handles vehicle disassembly & reassembly processes.
- Exhibits strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Communicates effectively with team members and management.
Preferred Qualifications
- Holds current ASE certifications in Collision Repair & Refinish.
- Possesses I-CAR certifications (e.g., Platinum Individual).
- Completes manufacturer-specific training programs.
Physical Requirements/Work Conditions
- Lifts and moves heavy vehicle parts, up to 50 pounds, regularly.
- Stands, walks, bends, and stoops for extended periods throughout the workday.
- Works in an environment with exposure to paint fumes, dust, noise, and varying temperatures.
- Utilizes personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
- Possesses manual dexterity and fine motor skills for precise work.
Conicelli provides a positive, professional work environment. Our team members enjoy many benefits including:
- Full-Time Employment
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Vacation/Paid Time Off
- 401(k)
- Family owned and operated for over 40 years!
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be able to pass pre-employment testing including background checks and drug testing
