Auto Body Technician

Auto Body Technician — OKrazy

Oxford, Alabama | Full-Time | In Person

OKrazy is looking for an experienced Auto Body Technician to join our growing automotive team in Oxford, Alabama.

We are looking for someone with strong hands-on experience in automotive body repair, metal work, panel replacement, welding, disassembly, reassembly, and vehicle reconditioning.

Automotive welding experience is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Repair dents, damaged panels, and vehicle body components.
• Straighten and reshape damaged metal and body panels.
• Remove and replace damaged body panels and structural components.
• Perform automotive welding for panel replacement and body repairs.
• Perform cutting, grinding, fitting, and metal preparation as needed.
• Disassemble vehicles before body repairs.
• Reassemble bumpers, lights, trim, panels, doors, and related components after repairs.
• Check panel alignment, body gaps, fitment, and overall repair quality.
• Apply and shape body filler when necessary.
• Sand and prepare repaired areas for refinishing and paint.
• Identify additional damage or parts needed during the repair process.
• Communicate repair needs, parts needs, and progress with management and the rest of the team.
• Safely operate welding equipment, grinders, sanders, body tools, and other shop equipment.
• Maintain tools and work areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Follow shop safety procedures and use proper personal protective equipment.
• Inspect completed repairs before the vehicle moves to the next stage of reconditioning.

Required Qualifications

• Previous hands-on experience as an Auto Body Technician, Collision Repair Technician, Body Repair Technician, or similar automotive position.
• Experience with automotive body repair and metal straightening.
• Automotive welding experience is required.
• Experience removing and replacing body panels.
• Ability to disassemble and reassemble vehicle exterior components.
• Ability to properly use body repair, welding, grinding, and sanding equipment.
• Ability to identify damaged components and determine what needs to be repaired or replaced.
• Strong attention to detail and workmanship.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to maintain a safe and organized work environment.

General welding experience alone is not sufficient. Applicants must also have hands-on automotive body repair experience.

Preferred Experience

Experience in any of the following is a plus:

• Collision repair
• Paint preparation
• Automotive painting
• Frame or structural repair
• Used-vehicle reconditioning
• Body panel replacement
• MIG welding
• Automotive refinishing

What We Offer

• Full-time position
• Consistent automotive reconditioning work
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding dealership and automotive operation
• Supportive team environment
• Variety of vehicles and repair projects
• Complimentary lunch provided every workday
• Employee discounts on eligible products and services
• Opportunity to develop additional skills and grow within the company

Work Location

This is an in-person position in Oxford, Alabama.

Candidates who are open to relocating to the Oxford/Anniston area are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Apply through Indeed with your resume or a brief description of your previous auto body experience.

Please include information about your experience with:

• Automotive welding
• Body and panel repair
• Panel replacement
• Metal straightening
• Vehicle disassembly and reassembly

Photos or examples of previous auto body work are welcome and may help us evaluate your experience.

Join the OKrazy team and help us continue building high-quality vehicles our customers can be proud to drive.

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 – 60.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunities for advancement
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance

Experience:

• Auto body repair: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Location:

• Oxford, AL 36203 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person