Automotive Body Technician

Who We Are

D&S Automotive was founded in 1977 and has grown to become a leader in Northeast Ohio collision repair and automobile restyling. The locally owned company is headquartered in Mentor, Ohio, with six locations across the region. D&S Automotive’s reputation for award‑winning service, quality customer care, and community involvement is built on its commitment to customer experience and attention to detail.

Philanthropy:
We believe the community shapes our business and that a culture of giving benefits everyone. Family:
We foster a welcoming atmosphere where employees build camaraderie, support one another, and collaborate to achieve common goals.

We are hiring an Automotive Body Technician for a full‑time role (7:45 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday‑Friday). In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer a $3,000.00 sign‑on bonus upon completing 90 days, medical, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, paid holidays, life insurance, paid volunteering, ongoing training, certification opportunities, and a 401(k) with company match.

• Restore damaged vehicles to their original structural integrity, function, and appearance
• Use hand tools and power tools to remove or repair damaged parts
• Perform work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency and accuracy
• Work with a variety of metals, plastics, glass, electrical, and mechanical parts
• Properly install new parts
• Weld as needed
• Follow all workplace safety requirements
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor(s)

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Three or more years of automotive collision repair experience
• ICAR or ASE certification in auto body repair preferred
• Own personal tools
• Ability to read and follow instructions on repair orders
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

• Passionate about repairing vehicles
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work without supervision
• Willingness to continually learn
• Critical thinking skills
• Punctual and reliable

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

D&S automotive is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. All candidates upon offer of employment will be required to submit to a background check for prior felonies and a motor vehicle report for license validity, prior citations/suspensions, and total points.