Automotive Body Technician

Automotive Body Technician Who We AreD&S Automotive was founded in 1977 and has since grown to become a leader in Northeast Ohio collision repair and automobile restyling. With five locations total, two in Mentor, one in Chardon, one in Elyria and one in Kirtland, the company is locally owned and headquartered in Mentor, Ohio. D&S Automotive's unrivaled customer experience and attention to detail has earned them a reputation in the community for its award-winning service, quality customer care and community involvement.What We ValuePhilanthropy: We passionately believe that it is our communities and the people that make up our communities that shape our business and make us a successful company. Our desire is to embrace philanthropy and maintain a culture of giving to better our community just like it betters us.Family: Families care about one another. They show admiration and respect whilst also supporting in times of need. They relate to each other and use this to solve problems and achieve common goals. At D&S Automotive, we work to maintain a welcoming atmosphere where employees have opportunities to build camaraderie and elevate teamwork.About the PositionBody Technicians are the backbone of our business and a key contributor toward company success. If you are passionate about repairing vehicles, seeking a better opportunity to grow your career, and desire to work for a company that values its employees and provides an environment for success, then you might be a perfect fit to join the team at D&S Automotive.This is a full-time opportunity that works during the 7:45 am - 5:00 pm time frame, Monday through Friday. We offer top-level compensation, as well as medical, dental and vision insurance, PTO, continuing education opportunities, paid holidays, paid life insurance, paid volunteering program, ongoing training and certification opportunities, and a 401(k) with a company match. The Automotive Body Technician will report to the Collision Center Manager and pay will commensurate with the chosen candidate's experience.Essential Job FunctionsRestores damaged vehicles to their original structural integrity, function, and appearanceUse hand tools and power tools to remove or repair damaged partsPerform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracyWork with a variety of metals and plastics, as well as glass, electrical, and mechanical partsProperly install new partsWeld as neededFollow all workplace safety requirementsOther duties as assigned by supervisor(s)Minimum RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalentThree or more years of automotive collision repair experienceICAR or ASE certification in auto body repair preferredHave own toolsAbility to read and follow instructions on repair ordersValid driver's license and clean driving reportCharacteristics SoughtPassionate about repairing vehiclesMeticulous attention to detailAbility to work without supervisionWillingness to continually learnAbility to think criticallyPunctual and reliableDisclaimer:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.D&S Automotive is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran candidates upon Offer of Employment will be required to submit to a Background Check, where we check for prior felonies. In addition, we run a Motor Vehicle Report to check for a valid driver license, prior citations/suspensions and total points on the license, if applicable.

Created: 2024-11-19