Gerber Collision & Glass
Auto Body Technician
Gerber Collision & Glass, Hales Corners, Wisconsin, United States, 53130
Gerber Collision & Glass
Company: Gerber Collision & Glass
Our Team Members Drive Us! Gerber Collision & Glass is one of the largest collision repair companies in North America. With over $3 billion in sales and more than 1,000 locations, our 10,000+ team members across the United States and Canada are passionate about delivering the 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 respects 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 is to provide an exceptional and successful customer experience through meticulous assessment and quality repair of each vehicle to restore it back to pre-accident condition. The technician thoroughly disassembles, repairs, and reassembles each vehicle while playing a pivotal role in our company’s promise of speed, quality and customer excellence. The technician works in alignment with all team members to achieve repair‑facility KPIs and is a dedicated Brand Ambassador of The Boyd Group at all times.
Key Job Responsibilities
Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
Plan necessary repair work and prepare cost estimates for customers.
Use tools such as cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers to repair vehicle sections.
Hammer out dents, dimples, and other minor body damage when possible; mix and apply filler resins to repair dents when other methods are not feasible.
Realign car chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
Remove damaged sections of vehicles and replace them with new or aftermarket parts; replace or repair glass and windshields as needed.
Replace or repair interior parts as needed.
Weld and otherwise attach or fit parts into place, then prepare and repaint vehicles with factory‑specified paint or agreed‑upon equivalent.
Attempt to complete work orders within labor time guidelines and ensure all work has been executed correctly by inspecting vehicles after repair.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education And/or Experience Required
High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of a 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.
Benefits That Drive Your Success
Annual Paid Time Off (PTO) plans
2 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for full‑time employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week
6 paid holidays annually
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance effective Day 1
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
Employer‑Paid Short‑Term Disability & Life Insurance
Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
Continuing Education Opportunities
Free Prescription or Non‑Prescription Safety Glasses annually
Annual Voluntary Uniform Stipend
EEO Statement Gerber 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.
Compensation Details $70,000 – $125,000 per year
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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Our Team Members Drive Us! Gerber Collision & Glass is one of the largest collision repair companies in North America. With over $3 billion in sales and more than 1,000 locations, our 10,000+ team members across the United States and Canada are passionate about delivering the 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 respects 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 is to provide an exceptional and successful customer experience through meticulous assessment and quality repair of each vehicle to restore it back to pre-accident condition. The technician thoroughly disassembles, repairs, and reassembles each vehicle while playing a pivotal role in our company’s promise of speed, quality and customer excellence. The technician works in alignment with all team members to achieve repair‑facility KPIs and is a dedicated Brand Ambassador of The Boyd Group at all times.
Key Job Responsibilities
Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
Plan necessary repair work and prepare cost estimates for customers.
Use tools such as cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers to repair vehicle sections.
Hammer out dents, dimples, and other minor body damage when possible; mix and apply filler resins to repair dents when other methods are not feasible.
Realign car chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
Remove damaged sections of vehicles and replace them with new or aftermarket parts; replace or repair glass and windshields as needed.
Replace or repair interior parts as needed.
Weld and otherwise attach or fit parts into place, then prepare and repaint vehicles with factory‑specified paint or agreed‑upon equivalent.
Attempt to complete work orders within labor time guidelines and ensure all work has been executed correctly by inspecting vehicles after repair.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education And/or Experience Required
High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of a 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.
Benefits That Drive Your Success
Annual Paid Time Off (PTO) plans
2 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for full‑time employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week
6 paid holidays annually
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance effective Day 1
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
Employer‑Paid Short‑Term Disability & Life Insurance
Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
Continuing Education Opportunities
Free Prescription or Non‑Prescription Safety Glasses annually
Annual Voluntary Uniform Stipend
EEO Statement Gerber 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.
Compensation Details $70,000 – $125,000 per year
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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