Collision Body Repair Technician-$25K Bonus - Krause Family Ford : Job Details

The Krause Auto Group has been in business for over 30 years, and we contribute our longevity to our focus on both customer and employee satisfaction.We want YOU to come join us! Are you frustrated with the corporate shops? Being one of the fastest growing Collision Centers in metro Atlanta, we are in need of people who are looking for a change. We stay busy due to our long history of customer service in the area along with quality repairs. We are a production shop. We have an I-CAR trained staff. We are conveniently located at interstate 575 and Towne Lake Parkway in the heart of it all. If you are tired of being in a slow shop and not making money, apply today! We are seeking a Body Shop Technician. The technician repairs damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles in accordance with factory and dealership specifications, using hand tools, power tools, and spray painting equipment. GREAT PAY PLAN - EARN up to $100K plus! Up to $25/hr. Production bonus!What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (free health insurance option available)
• HSA company match contribution
• 401k
• Short Term-Disability & Life Insurance
• Paid Vacations & holiday pay
• Holiday lunches/grill outs
• Constant Workflow-We have tons of work!
• Company Paid I-Car Training
• Employee appreciation celebrations
• Family owned & operated
• Saturdays and Sundays off!

Responsibilities

• Complete dis-assembly of vehicle in order to assist Estimators in assessing damage
• Ensure all needed repairs identified to eliminate supplements and minimize repair time
• Plan work procedure: follow work order for all operations listed
• Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window and seat operating equipment and trim to gain access to damaged area of vehicle if needed. Store parts on carts or cover to eliminate potential damage
• Repair damaged body by hammering out or filling in dents and welding broken parts; ensure all gaps and fits are to industry standards; remove damaged fenders, panels and grills; and bolts or welds replacement parts in position and reassemble after parts are painted
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools (e.g. welder, soldering equipment, cutting torch, blocks, hammers, wrenches, sander, spray guns, etc.)
• File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces with 120-grit paper before turning vehicle over to the Paint Dept.
• Repair or replace defective parts
• Ensure all needed repairs identified to eliminate supplements and minimize repair time
• Inspect and test drive repaired vehicles to check for compliance with safety and quality standards
• Comply with all safety rules, guidelines and standards
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong automotive body shop background
• Strong teamwork skills
• Willing to submit to a drug screen and background check
• Must have clean and valid driver's license
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Previous I-Car training or welding certifications are preferred. If you do not have the certifications, you must be willing to work towards achieving these certifications. We are an I-Car gold shop, with high emphasis on personal training and development.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.