Gerber Collision & Glass

Overview

The Auto Body Technician is responsible for providing exceptional customer experiences through the assessment and repair of vehicles to restore them to pre-accident condition. This role emphasizes quality, speed, and teamwork while aligning with the company's commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
• Plan necessary repair work and prepare cost estimates for customers.
• Use tools such as cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers to repair vehicles.
• Hammer out dents, dimples, and other minor body damage.
• Mix and apply filler resins to repair dents when other methods are not feasible.
• Realign car chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
• Remove damaged sections of vehicles and replace them with new or aftermarket parts.
• Replace or repair glass and windshields as needed.
• Replace or repair interior parts as needed.
• Weld and attach parts into place and prepare and repaint vehicles.
• Complete work orders within labor time guidelines and inspect vehicles after repair.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of technical school program OR a 3-year apprenticeship as an auto body repairer.
• Ability to read job orders and work with very little supervision.
• Ability to work with other repairers within an auto body shop.
• Thorough understanding of methods and procedures to repair vehicle bodies.
• Thorough understanding of how to use tools required for the trade.
• Must be able to work safely in a noisy area with many odors present.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.
• Must be able to visually inspect vehicle damage in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.