Auto Body Technician

Overview

Gerber Collision & Glass is one of the largest collision repair companies in North America. With $2+ billion in sales, over 800 locations and growing, our 10,000+ team members across the United States and Canada are passionate about delivering our 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 recognizes, values 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. This posting is part of our ongoing effort to identify qualified candidates for future opportunities.

While we may not be hiring immediately, we encourage you to submit your application for consideration when a position becomes available.

• Provide an exceptional and successful customer experience through meticulous assessment and quality repair of each customer’s vehicle to restore it to pre-accident condition.
• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble vehicles while contributing to the facility’s speed, quality, and customer excellence.
• Work with team members to achieve repair facilities KPIs and act as a Brand Ambassador of The Boyd Group.
• Execute the WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan consistently.
• Plan the repair work and prepare cost estimates for customers, using tools such as cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers.
• Hammer out dents, apply filler resins as needed, realign chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
• Remove damaged sections and replace with new or aftermarket parts; repair glass, windshields, and interior parts as required.
• Weld and fit parts, and 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.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of technical school program OR a 3-year apprenticeship as an auto body repairer.

• Ability to read job orders and work with very little supervision.
• Ability to collaborate 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.

• 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.

• 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 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.

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

$22 - $25 / Hour Flat Rate. Flat Rate Compensation is a performance-based structure tied to turned hours. If total compensation in a pay period falls below minimum wage, clocked hours will be guaranteed to meet the applicable local or state minimum wage.

Supplemental Pay:
Compensation is commensurate with skill, education and experience. This position may also be eligible for Bonus opportunities tied to individual or business initiatives.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Gerber Collision & Glass is also reviewing candidates through referrals to increase interview chances.