Auto Body Technician
Company: The Boyd Group
Location: Orland Park
Posted on: September 26, 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:The 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
SuccessGerber 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 UsGerber 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, Orland Park , Auto Body Technician, Engineering , Orland Park, Illinois
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