Auto Body Technician
Gerber Collision & Glass, Mount Pleasant, SC, United States
Company: Gerber Collision & Glass
We provide elite infrastructure and a support environment for collision and glass services.
Job Description The Auto Body Technician’s primary responsibility is to deliver an outstanding customer experience by meticulously assessing, repairing, and restoring each vehicle to its pre‑accident condition. The Technician disassembles, repairs, and reassembles vehicles, playing a pivotal role in upholding our promise of speed, quality, and customer excellence. The Technician works closely with team members to achieve repair‑facility KPIs and serves as a dedicated brand ambassador.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
Plan repair work and prepare cost estimates for customers using tools such as cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers.
Repair dents and minor body damage; mix and apply filler resins when necessary.
Realign car chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
Remove damaged sections and replace with new or aftermarket parts; repair or replace glass and windshields as needed.
Replace or repair interior parts as required.
Weld and attach parts; prepare and repaint vehicles with factory‑specified paint or agreed‑upon equivalent.
Attempt to complete work orders within labor time guidelines; inspect vehicles after repair to ensure quality.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Successful completion of a technical school program or a 3‑year apprenticeship as an auto body repairer.
Required Skills and Abilities
Ability to read job orders and work with minimal supervision.
Ability to collaborate with other repairers in an auto body shop.
Thorough understanding of vehicle body repair methods and procedures.
Proficiency in using tools required for the trade.
Other Requirements
Must be able to work safely in a noisy area with odors.
Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.
Must be able to visually inspect vehicle damage in varied weather conditions.
Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.
Benefits
Annual Paid Time Off (PTO) plans
2 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for full‑time employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week
6 paid holidays annually
Medical, prescription drug, dental & vision insurance effective Day 1
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Employer‑paid short‑term disability & life insurance
Additional voluntary life insurance
Continuing education opportunities
Free prescription or non‑prescription safety glasses annually
Annual voluntary uniform stipend
Voluntary daily pay option available
Equal Opportunity The Boyd Group welcomes unique talents from all backgrounds and encourages qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and protected veterans, to apply.
Compensation Estimated $50,000 – $150,000 / Year. Flat‑rate compensation is performance‑based and tied to turned hours. Compensation is commensurate with skill, education, and experience. If total compensation falls below local or state minimum wage, the higher amount is guaranteed.
AI Disclosure Statement We do not use artificial intelligence or automated tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made by real people who review each application individually.
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Job Description The Auto Body Technician’s primary responsibility is to deliver an outstanding customer experience by meticulously assessing, repairing, and restoring each vehicle to its pre‑accident condition. The Technician disassembles, repairs, and reassembles vehicles, playing a pivotal role in upholding our promise of speed, quality, and customer excellence. The Technician works closely with team members to achieve repair‑facility KPIs and serves as a dedicated brand ambassador.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
Plan repair work and prepare cost estimates for customers using tools such as cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers.
Repair dents and minor body damage; mix and apply filler resins when necessary.
Realign car chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
Remove damaged sections and replace with new or aftermarket parts; repair or replace glass and windshields as needed.
Replace or repair interior parts as required.
Weld and attach parts; prepare and repaint vehicles with factory‑specified paint or agreed‑upon equivalent.
Attempt to complete work orders within labor time guidelines; inspect vehicles after repair to ensure quality.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Successful completion of a technical school program or a 3‑year apprenticeship as an auto body repairer.
Required Skills and Abilities
Ability to read job orders and work with minimal supervision.
Ability to collaborate with other repairers in an auto body shop.
Thorough understanding of vehicle body repair methods and procedures.
Proficiency in using tools required for the trade.
Other Requirements
Must be able to work safely in a noisy area with odors.
Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.
Must be able to visually inspect vehicle damage in varied weather conditions.
Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.
Benefits
Annual Paid Time Off (PTO) plans
2 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for full‑time employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week
6 paid holidays annually
Medical, prescription drug, dental & vision insurance effective Day 1
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Employer‑paid short‑term disability & life insurance
Additional voluntary life insurance
Continuing education opportunities
Free prescription or non‑prescription safety glasses annually
Annual voluntary uniform stipend
Voluntary daily pay option available
Equal Opportunity The Boyd Group welcomes unique talents from all backgrounds and encourages qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and protected veterans, to apply.
Compensation Estimated $50,000 – $150,000 / Year. Flat‑rate compensation is performance‑based and tied to turned hours. Compensation is commensurate with skill, education, and experience. If total compensation falls below local or state minimum wage, the higher amount is guaranteed.
AI Disclosure Statement We do not use artificial intelligence or automated tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made by real people who review each application individually.
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