Auto Body Technician

Overview

Gerber Collision & Glass is one of the largest collision repair companies in North America. With $3+ billion in sales, over 1000 locations and 10,000+ team members across the United States and Canada, we are committed to delivering WOW Every Customer and Be the Best. This posting is part of our ongoing effort to identify qualified candidates for current and future opportunities.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Location:

Denton, TX

• Auto Body Technician’s primary responsibility is to provide an exceptional customer experience through meticulous assessment and quality repair to restore vehicles to pre-accident condition.
• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble vehicles while aligning with the company’s goals of speed, quality, and customer excellence. Collaborate with team members to achieve facility KPIs and act as a Brand Ambassador of The Boyd Group.
• Ensure consistent execution of the WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
• Plan the repair work, prepare cost estimates for customers, and use tools such as cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers.
• Hammer out dents, dimples, and minor body damage; apply filler resins when necessary.
• Realign car chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
• Remove damaged sections and replace with new or aftermarket parts; replace or repair glass, windshields, and interior parts as needed.
• Weld and fit parts, prepare and repaint vehicles with factory-specified paint or equivalent.
• Complete work orders within labor time guidelines and inspect vehicles after repair to ensure quality.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 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 various weather conditions.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.

Note:

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties may change at any time with or without notice. The physical demands described must be met to perform the essential functions of the job, with reasonable accommodations available where applicable.

Gerber offers comprehensive benefits, including:

• 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

Gerber Collision & Glass is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration 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 status prohibited by law or contract.

Gerber Collision & Glass has been WOWing customers with our collision repair services for over 80 years. Visit  to learn more about our company.

Compensation Details:

$90,000 to $140,000+ per year

• Flat Rate Compensation is a performance-based structure tied to turned hours (booked hours).

If total compensation in a pay period is less than minimum wage, clocked hours will be guaranteed to meet local or state minimum wage, whichever is greater. Supplemental Pay:
This position may also be eligible for bonus opportunities tied to individual or business initiatives.