Auto Body Technician

Crash Champions

. Examine damaged vehicles and efficiently plan the repair process.

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeMonterey Park • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $69,745 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vehicle repair processes, including the ability to make informed repair-versus-replace decisions while ensuring quality and safety. Proficient in supervising repair personnel and effectively communicating repair status.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Frame Machine OperationI-CAR Welding CertificationVehicle Repair Process KnowledgeSupervisory SkillsMeasuring Data Analysis

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Hard Skills

Vehicle RepairQuality RepairsRepair PlanningPower Tool OperationHand Tool Operation

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CollaborationDecision Making

Certifications & Qualifications

Body Repair CertificationI-CAR Welding Certification

Industry Keywords

Safety MeetingsRepair Versus Replace DecisionsUpholstery RemovalElectrical Equipment AccessHydraulic Window Operation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Examine damaged vehicles and efficiently plan the repair process.
Work and communicate with others on vehicle repair status.
Perform quality repairs while keeping on-time status in mind.
Make repair-versus-replace decisions considering safety, cost, and cycle time.
Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment, and trim to access vehicle components and fenders.
Participate in all required safety meetings.
File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools.
Direct the work of an apprentice when needed and explain procedures.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to use frame machine.
Certification in body repair preferred.
Knowledge of vehicle repair process by manufacturer.
I-CAR welding certified.
Skill in analyzing and interpreting measuring data.
Ability to supervise repair personnel.
Must be able to pass thorough background check.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Group Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401k Retirement Plan with match
Referral Bonus (“Cash From Crash”)
5 Paid Holidays