Automotive Body Technician - Shamaley Ford Collision Center

Company: Group 1 Automotive, Inc.
Location: El Paso
Posted on: March 29, 2025

Job Description:

Overview: Shamaley Collision Center is part of fast growing Group 1 Automotive, a leader in automotive retail and we are looking to add a qualified -COLLISION BODY TECHNICIANS to our team. - -In addition to competitive pay, we offer our associates the following benefits:Sign-On BonusHealth, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance401(k) plan with company matchPaid Time-OffEmployee Stock Purchase PlanEmployee Vehicle Purchase ProgramProfessional work environment, with job training and advancement opportunities Responsibilities:

• Repairs vehicles per estimate and according to manufacturer standards.
• Check parts against estimate and ensures proper parts are ordered and received.
• Prepares vehicles for body repair work.
• Notifies management of any additional repairs needed. - Documents and additional parts and labor required to perform a satisfactory repair.
• Notifies management of any difficulties or problems that may prevent a quality job from being performed or cause a change in the promised time. -
• Check parts against estimate and ensure proper parts are ordered and received.
• Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal equipment, including respirator, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners and other hazardous materials. - Reports any deviations to management.
• Cooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehicles.
• Understands, keeps abreast of and complies with federal, state -and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.
• Other duties may be assigned by management.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Company's Values in all interactions with customers, co-workers and vendors. Qualifications:
  • 2-5 years experience -in body repairs
  • AUDI or BMW collision repair/body technician -experience, a plus
  • ICAR or ASE certifications in auto body repair, painting and estimating, a plus.
  • Certificate from Vocational School in Collision a plus.
  • Working knowledge of all aspects of repairs for damaged vehicles including body work and when to replace or repair parts.
  • Ability to read and following instructions on repair/estimate orders.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid drivers license in the state that you will work
  • Good driving recordGroup 1 is a Fortune 300 company that owns and operates automotive dealerships and collision centers in the United States and United Kingdom. We offer our associates a team environment, great benefits and ongoing training and support. If you are in alignment with our values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork and respect - now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail. - Apply today or refer a qualified friend! -*All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, MVR, and drug testing in order to qualify for employment* -IND1 -Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. -

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