Body Technician

The CARSTAR Collision Repair Centers in Newfane, Amherst, and Williamsville are currently seeking to hire an auto body Metal Technician. Metal Technician will be provided with 2 work bays. Bay 1 has a Caroliner speed rack and bay 2 has an Atlas 9000lb scissor lift. In addition there is a separate area for larger pulls

The Metal Technician is responsible for making repairs to all assigned vehicles, restoring them to pre-accident condition in accordance with industry standards and factory specifications.

The Metal Technician will:

• Repair damaged vehicles using technical information sheets following APS (Advanced Process Solutions) in accordance with repair orders (RO)
• Makes repair or replace decisions concerning safety and costs
• Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle and fenders
• Performs structural or replacement repairs, airbag replacement and some mechanical work
• Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools
• Works and communicates with Production Manager and Estimator on the vehicle repair status (including supplements)
• Own a set of required tools, in working order

Required Experience:

• 2-5 years of auto body collision repair experience required.
• High School diploma/GED required, collision tech graduate preferred.
• I-CAR certification or ASE training preferred.
• I-CAR welding and ASE Structural (B4) certification strongly preferred.
• Experience using frame and measuring equipment.

Skills & Abilities Requirements:

• Reliable work history, attendance and punctuality
• History of working independently and in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Highly organized, able to handle multiple concurrent assignments
• Must have valid drivers license