Collision Auto Body Technician

Gerber Collision & Glass

. Provide an exceptional customer experience through meticulous assessment and quality repair of each vehicle .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeMelbourne • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $29 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vehicle repair and restoration, including disassembly, welding, and repainting, while ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality control. Collaborates effectively with team members to meet repair facility KPIs and deliver exceptional customer service.

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Vehicle RepairWeldingCost EstimationQuality ControlTeam Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Auto Body RepairDenting and Filler ApplicationChassis RealignmentGlass ReplacementPaint Preparation and ApplicationVehicle InspectionTool ProficiencyRepair MethodologiesCost EstimationSafety Compliance

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailAbility to Work IndependentlyTeamworkProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Cutting GunsPlasma CuttersHydraulic JacksHammersPliers

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaTechnical School Program Completion3-Year Apprenticeship

Industry Keywords

Auto Body ShopRepair Facility KPIsCustomer ExperiencePre-Accident ConditionFactory-Specified Paint

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide an exceptional customer experience through meticulous assessment and quality repair of each vehicle
Disassemble, repair, and reassemble vehicles to restore them to pre-accident condition
Ensure consistent execution of the WOW Operating Way plan
Plan necessary repair work and prepare customer cost estimates
Use cutting guns, plasma cutters, hydraulic jacks, hammers, and pliers to repair vehicle sections
Repair dents and apply filler resins when necessary
Realign car chassis and frames to repair structural damage
Remove damaged vehicle sections and replace them with new or aftermarket parts
Replace or repair glass, windshields, and interior parts
Weld, attach, or fit parts into place
Prepare and repaint vehicles with factory-specified paint or equivalent
Complete work orders within labor time guidelines
Inspect vehicles after repair to ensure work was executed correctly
Work with team members to achieve repair facility KPIs
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required
Successful completion of technical school program OR a 3-year apprenticeship as an auto body repairer
Ability to read job orders and work with very little supervision
Ability to work with other repairers within an auto body shop
Thorough understanding of methods and procedures to repair vehicle bodies
Thorough understanding of how to use tools required for the trade
Must be able to work safely in a noisy area with many odors present
Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times
Must be able to visually inspect vehicle damage in a variety of weather conditions
Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Paid Time Off (PTO) plans
2 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for Full time Employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week
6 paid holidays annually
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance effective Day 1
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
Employer Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
Continuing Education Opportunities
Free Prescription or Non-Prescription Safety Glasses annually
Annual Voluntary Uniform Stipend
Voluntary Daily Pay option available
Bonus opportunities tied to individual or business initiatives