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Overview

Courtesy Chevrolet, part of the family-owned Courtesy Automotive Group since 1955, is seeking an Autobody Technician to repair and restore damaged vehicle bodies and frames, ensuring safety and structural integrity following accidents.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough assessments of vehicle damage and frame alignment using diagnostic equipment and visual inspection techniques.
  • Repair and realign vehicle frames and body components to manufacturer specifications.
  • Perform welding, cutting, and other metalworking tasks to repair damaged vehicle structures.
  • Remove, repair, and replace damaged panels, bumpers, fenders, and other body components.
  • Utilize computerized measuring systems and alignment tools to ensure precise repairs.
  • Follow safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Communicate effectively with customers, insurance adjusters, and other team members regarding repair processes and timelines.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area and ensure proper care and maintenance of tools and equipment.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in automotive body repair.

Requirements

  • 5+ years experience.
  • Must have transportation and your own tools.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Completion of a formal automotive body repair program or apprenticeship.
  • Proven experience as an Automotive Body Frame Technician or similar role.
  • Proficiency in welding, metalworking, and frame straightening techniques.
  • Strong knowledge of vehicle construction, repair methods, and materials.
  • Familiarity with diagnostic equipment, computerized measuring systems, and alignment tools.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, diagrams, and specifications.
  • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
  • Willing to submit to pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation.
  • PTO.
  • Health Insurance.
  • Dental.
  • Vision.
  • 401k.

Benefits

Competitive compensation.
PTO.
Health Insurance.
Dental.
Vision.
401k.
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How this job compares in Phoenix, AZ

Pay in context

At roughly $56/hr, this posting sits about 82% above the $31/hr median for welding jobs in Phoenix, AZ — toward the top of a $25–$35/hr middle band drawn from 77 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 92% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. Pay that far above local median usually comes attached to something: a harder cert requirement, travel, night shift, or overtime that isn't really optional. Worth establishing which before you accept.

The local market in Phoenix, AZ

We're tracking 218 other active welding openings in Phoenix, AZ right now, from 141 different employers. 86 of them were added in the last week. Across Arizona as a whole we're tracking 495 other active welding openings from 293 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Phoenix, or widen the search to Arizona.

Courtesy Chevrolet currently has 2 other openings live in Arizona, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

The most active employers in Arizona at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are EZARC (18), Sundt Construction (15), and U-Haul (9). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Arizona, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are El Mirage at $38/hr, Waddell at $34/hr, and Mesa at $33/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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