Body Shop A Technician

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