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 growing, our 10,000+ team members across the United States and Canada are committed to delivering 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 expand.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and abilities, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans.

Auto Body Technician

• Ensure consistent execution of the WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
• Plan the repair work, prepare cost estimates for customers, and repair sections of a vehicle using tools such as cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers.
• Hammer out dents and minor body damage; apply filler resins when other methods are not feasible.
• Realign car chassis and frames to repair structural damage.
• Remove damaged sections and replace with new or aftermarket parts; repair/replacing glass and windshields as needed; repair interior parts.
• Weld and attach or 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.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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

• Ability to read job orders and work with minimal 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.

• Must be able to work safely in a noisy area with odors present.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
• 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.

Please note:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The physical demands of the job must be met to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

• 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.

At The Boyd Group and all affiliated companies, we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for employment. All hiring decisions are made by real people who review each application individually.

FLAT RATE: $23 - $32 / Hour Flat Rate. Flat Rate Compensation is a performance-based structure directly tied to turned hours, with a guarantee to meet minimum wage if needed depending on local or state requirements.