Collision Center Technician

Due to growth and expansion, The Mercedes-Benz and Sprinter dealer in West Chester, OH has an immediate opening for a collision repair technician/body technician - someone who wants to pursue a career of excellence in Automotive Technology with proven repair experience.

As a privately held family business, earning, and keeping the trust of our customers, employees, and community is what drives us.

What we're looking for:

Mercedes-Benz or other European luxury experience is strongly preferred but at least two years of current vehicle collision repair experience.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay – commensurate with experience
• Great facility
• Paid training
• Health insurance provided for employee with no monthly premium! Spouse and independents may be added for a monthly premium.
• Dental and Vision insurance is available
• Healthcare Savings Account and Life Insurance provided at no cost to the employee
• Short Term Disability Insurance available
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Closed on Sundays
• Paid Vacation
• FMLA extended to employees satisfying federal requirements.
• Employee discount on new vehicle purchases, service, and parts.
• Opportunities for advancement!
• A professional, supportive, and respectful work environment

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete a background check and drug screening
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under PAC insurance policy (Not an excluded driver)
• Must be able to satisfy I-9 requirements
• Experience required. A minimum of 2 years previous collision repair experience
• 4 years practical experience (or an equivalent combination of related education and experience) required

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

• Vocational/technical school preferred

• Proficiency in the use of all tools of trade (including welding equipment, paint equipment, shop machines, and power tools) required

• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook required

Job Description

• Thoroughly tear down vehicles for estimates
• Review estimates with estimator while vehicle is still in the stall
• Read and follow all repair procedure information provided
• Check parts received when delivered by parts department
• Repair all vehicles to manufacturer standards
• Fill out supplement request form for an estimator when needed
• Give supplement request forms to production
• Take all necessary parts to the paint shop with the vehicle for painting
• Check vehicle parts order before sending the car to paint
• Communicate to parts department on any missing parts that are on order
• Check vehicle color match and paint finish prior to assembling the vehicle for quality
• Assemble the vehicle to pre-loss condition
• Fill, bleed and check any vehicle fluids (coolant, power steering fluid, windshield fluid and ext.)
• Check and recheck all systems before and after repairs (windows, lamps, locks, latches, mirrors, radio, and ext.)
• Check panels for proper fit and gaps
• Responsible for vehicle cleanliness always
• Responsible for show equipment cleanliness and proper storage
• Responsible for stall organization and cleanliness
• Check dash for any indicator lamps before and after repairs
• Communicate to production any issues that need attention
• Proper disposal for hazardous waste
• Responsible for quality of workmanship

Work environment

• Regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts
• Regularly exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and/or caustic chemicals-requires use of a respirator.
• Moderate noise level in this working environment
• Occasionally exposed to hot, cold, wet, or humid conditions

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and must be able to walk, sit, bend, push/pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach or crawl frequently.
• Mus be able to lift 50 pounds.