Automotive Body Shop Technician

Build your career with Budd Baer Automotive, a family-owned and operated dealership group serving Western Pennsylvania since 1975.

We’re hiring an experienced Automotive Body Technician to join our collision repair team in Washington, PA.

Earn up to $28/hour with flat-rate pay, based on experience and qualifications. You’ll work in a modern, well-equipped facility alongside experienced estimators and technicians repairing a steady flow of vehicles.

Budd Baer Automotive is proud to operate a certified collision repair facility supporting multiple manufacturers, including GM, Mazda, Subaru, Nissan, Kia, Hyundai, and FCA.

What We Offer

• Up to $28/hour
• Flat-rate pay
• Medical and dental benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off and vacation
• Paid training
• Ongoing manufacturer and technical training
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Employee vehicle purchase plans
• Discounts on products and services
• Modern, well-equipped collision repair facility
• Family-owned and operated dealership
• Long-term career opportunities

What You’ll Do

• Work with in-shop estimators to blueprint vehicle damage and identify necessary repairs
• Disassemble vehicles and repair or replace damaged body components
• Perform body and fender repairs according to estimates and approved supplements
• Reassemble vehicles following paint and repair work
• Perform welding, body alignment, and related collision repair procedures
• Complete repairs according to manufacturer and dealership specifications
• Inspect vehicles for additional damage, safety concerns, or necessary repairs
• Communicate additional repair needs to the Body Shop Manager
• Coordinate with the parts department to obtain necessary parts
• Follow manufacturer procedures when completing warranty repairs
• Stay current on repair procedures, technical bulletins, and manufacturer requirements
• Safely operate body shop tools and equipment
• Accurately document completed repairs
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Follow all applicable safety and hazardous-material disposal requirements

What We’re Looking For

• At least 1 year of automotive body or collision repair experience
• Experience with vehicle disassembly, reassembly, body repair, and related collision work
• Welding and body alignment experience preferred
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and body shop equipment safely
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced collision repair environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality repairs
• Good communication and organizational skills
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Automotive or collision repair vocational training is a plus, but not required
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Build Your Career at Budd Baer Automotive

If you’re an experienced body technician looking for steady work, competitive flat-rate earning potential, manufacturer training, and a modern facility where you can continue developing your skills, we want to hear from you. Apply today and join the Budd Baer Automotive collision repair team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Budd Baer Automotive is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.