Auto Body Technician
Company: The Boyd Group
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: November 8, 2024
Job Description:
Company: Gerber Collision & GlassWELCOME TO GERBER COLLISION &
GLASS
Our Team Members Drive Us! Gerber Collision & Glass is one of the
largest collision repair companies in North America. With $2+
billion in sales, over 800 locations and growing, our 10,000+ team
members across the United States and Canada are passionate about
delivering our goal to WOW Every Customer and Be the Best!
We invite you to join our team. Gerber offers a great place to
launch and grow careers. As we continue to grow, we have endless
opportunities for you to grow with us.
Gerber Collision & Glass recognizes, values and welcomes all
applicants with unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds
and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to
apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected
Veterans.
Job Description:$75,000 - $120,000 / YearThe Auto Body Technician's
primary responsibility and accountability includes providing an
exceptional and successful customer experience through the
meticulous assessment and quality repair of each customer's vehicle
to restore it back to pre-accident condition. The Auto Body
Technician thoroughly disassembles, repairs, and reassembles each
vehicle while playing a pivotal role to our company's promise of
speed, quality and customer excellence. The Auto Body Technician
works in alignment with all team members in achieving the repair
facilities KPIs and is committed to being a dedicated Brand
Ambassador of The Boyd Group at all times.Key Job
Responsibilities
- Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way)
plan.
- Plans the repair work that is necessary and prepares cost
estimates for customers. Uses various tools such as cutting guns,
plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers to repair
sections of a vehicle.
- Hammers out dents, dimples, and other minor body damage if
possible; mixes and applies filler resins to repair dents when
other methods are not feasible.
- Realigns car chassis and frames to repair structural
damage.
- Removes damaged sections of vehicles and replaces them with new
or aftermarket parts. Replaces or repairs glass and windshields as
needed.
- Replaces or repairs interior parts as needed.
- Welds and otherwise attaches or fits parts into place and
Prepares and repaints vehicles with factory-specified paint or
agreed-upon equivalent.
- Attempts to complete work orders within labor time guidelines.
Ensures all work has been executed correctly by inspecting vehicles
after repair.
- Performs other related duties as assigned. Education and/or
Experience Required
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Successful completion of technical school program OR a 3-year
apprenticeship as an auto body repairer. Required Skills/Abilities
- 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. Other Requirements
- 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. Please note, this job description is not
designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities,
duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for
this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at
any time with or without notice. The physical demands of your job
must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the job. Benefits That Drive Your
Success
Gerber offers the comprehensive benefits you expect from an
industry leader, including:
- Competitive Pay Plans
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
- Employer Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Continuing Education OpportunitiesGerber Collision & Glass is
proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive
and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive
consideration for employment, regardless of race, color, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic
information, creed, marital status, or any other consideration,
prohibited by law or by contract.About Us
Gerber Collision & Glass has been WOWing customers with our
collision repair services for over 80 years. Please visit to learn
more about our company.
Keywords: The Boyd Group, Lafayette , Auto Body Technician, Engineering , Alexandria, Louisiana
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