Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Vehicle Operations

Auto Body Repair Technician (Flag)

Individual ContributorNo remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

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Day

Auto Body Repair Technician

This position offers a $5,000 New Hire Signing Bonus

Work Schedule Shift: Monday - Friday 6:30 am to 3:30 pm

• Inspect damaged vehicles and assess repair requirements, including structural, body, and cosmetic damage.

• Prepares vehicles for body repair work.

• Perform body repairs such as dent removals, fixing body lines, and plastic welding.

• Repairs, restores, and refinishes damaged vehicle bodies to return them to factory or pre-accident condition

• Will need to remove, repair, or replace damaged components, including bumpers, fenders, doors, panels, and trims, as needed

• Prepare surfaces for painting by sanding, masking, priming, and applying fillers as needed

• Guide Coat, Primer, and Bondo are utilized during all processes.

• Ensure proper alignment of panels, gaps, and body lines.

• Knowledge in Operating Stud welding equipment.

• Follow repair orders accurately and complete all assigned work within established timeframes

• Maintain high-quality workmanship by adhering to company standards and OEM repair procedures

• Conduct quality control inspections to ensure repairs meet safety and appearance standards

• Keep the work area clean and organized while maintaining tools and equipment

• Communicate effectively with supervisors, estimators, and team members regarding repair progress and issues

• Follow all safety guidelines and environmental regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years in an Auto Body Shop environment as a body repair technician.

• Knowledge of parts removal

• Paint Prep and masking, Painting, and buffing a plus

• Knowledge of Waterborne Paint a plus.

Primary Job duties are auto body repair. Looking for a person who is all-around well-versed in the auto body shop. Willing to assist in other areas based on business needs.

SMCOX

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

 

 

EOE, including disability/vets

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.