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Overview

Crash Champions is the largest founder-led multi-shop operator of high-quality collision repair service in the U.S., operating over 650 locations in 38 states. The company focuses on delivering superior collision repair service with a People First approach.

Responsibilities

  • Examine damaged vehicles and efficiently plan the repair process.
  • Work and communicate with others on vehicle repair status.
  • Perform quality repairs while keeping on-time status in mind.
  • Make decisions on repair vs. replace considering safety, cost, and cycle time.
  • Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to gain access to the vehicle and fenders.
  • Participate in all required safety meetings.
  • File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools.
  • Direct the work of an apprentice in the performance of tasks when needed.

Requirements

  • Ability to use a frame machine.
  • Certification in body repair preferred.
  • Knowledge of vehicle repair process by manufacturer.
  • I-CAR welding certified.
  • Skill in analyzing and interpreting measuring data.
  • Ability to supervise repair personnel.
  • Must be able to pass a thorough background check.

Benefits

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Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Missouri currently run a median of $25/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $23–$28/hr across 53 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Independence, MO

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