Auto Body Technician Governor's Auto Body - 2.7 East Hartford, CT Job Details Full-time $30 - $40 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance 401(k) matching Retirement plan Qualifications Customer communication Detailing Customer service Vehicle maintenance Auto restoration Dealership experience Full Job Description Job Summary Join our dynamic team as an Auto Body Technician, where your expertise in automotive structural repair and cosmetic restoration will bring vehicles back to their original glory! In this energetic role, you will utilize your skills in auto body repair, welding, fabrication, and detailing to deliver outstanding results. Your mechanical knowledge and experience with auto painting, sanding tools, and auto glass installation will ensure every vehicle leaves our shop looking pristine. We're seeking a motivated professional passionate about automotive repair who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in craftsmanship. This paid position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills while making a tangible impact on customer satisfaction. Duties Perform comprehensive auto body repairs including dent removal, sheet metal work, and structural realignment using welding repair techniques such as MIG welding and automotive welding equipment. Fabricate and modify vehicle parts utilizing fabrication repair techniques, working with sheet metal and other materials to restore vehicle integrity. Conduct automotive cosmetic repairs including sanding, auto painting, auto restoration, and automotive body refinishing to achieve a flawless finish. Install automotive parts such as auto glass, bumpers, trim pieces, and other components with precision using hand tools and power tools. Utilize auto estimating skills to assess damage severity, prepare repair plans, and ensure quality standards are met throughout the repair process. Operate airless paint spraying equipment for even application of paint and coatings while adhering to safety protocols. Assist with vehicle maintenance tasks like auto parts installation, detailing, and light mechanical work to support overall vehicle restoration efforts. Skills Proven experience working as an automotive body technician with dealership or independent shops preferred. Proficiency in MIG welding, soldering, welding repair techniques, and automotive welding equipment operation. Strong fabrication skills including working with sheet metal and performing fabrication repairs. Mechanical knowledge related to automotive structural repair, auto restoration, and vehicle maintenance. Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools, sanding tools, and auto painting equipment for detailed cosmetic work. Ability to perform automotive dent repair, auto body refinishing, auto painting, and detailing with attention to quality. Knowledge of automotive parts installation including auto glass replacement and assembly processes. Experience with auto estimating software and customer service practices for effective communication with clients. Capable of heavy lifting safely while maintaining focus on safety standards during repairs. Join us if you're passionate about transforming damaged vehicles into works of art! Bring your technical expertise and enthusiasm for automotive repair to a team dedicated to excellence—where every day is an opportunity to perfect your craft!

Pay:

$30.00 - $40.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person