Auto Body Collision Repair Technician

Auto Body Techs: What Would Make You Consider a Better Shop?

$75k-$125k | Up To $5,000 Sign On Bonus | Busy Shop | Great Culture

If better pay, steady work, paid OEM training, modern equipment, strong benefits, and a company investing in your career would get your attention, we should talk.

VIVE Collision is hiring an experienced Auto Body Technician, and we're looking for someone who takes pride in doing quality repairs the right way.

Here's What You Can Expect at VIVE:

$75k-$125k | Up To $5,000 Sign On Bonus

Competitive compensation based on your experience and skill level.

Steady Work

Join our busy collision center where experienced technicians are the essential part of keeping production moving.

️ The Tools & Training to Do the Job Right

Modern repair equipment plus paid I-CAR and OEM certification training.

Benefits Starting Day One

Medical, dental, and vision insurance-including domestic partner coverage.

Benefits Beyond Your Paycheck

401(k) with company match, $50,000 employer-paid life insurance, PTO, uniforms and PPE, and an Employee Assistance Program.

8 Paid Holidays

Including Black Friday and your birthday off.

Somewhere You Can Build a Career

VIVE is continuing to grow throughout the Northeast, creating opportunities for technicians who want to develop their skills or eventually take the next step in their careers.

What We Need From You

Key Responsibilities

• Perform replacement and repair of bolt-on and weld-on panels in accordance with manufacturer and company standards
• Execute structural and non-structural repairs, including airbag replacement and minor mechanical work as needed
• Meet or exceed company performance standards for technician efficiency, cycle time, and quality to ensure on-time vehicle delivery and low return rates
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with Production Managers and Estimators regarding repair progress, vehicle status, and supplemental needs
• Follow all safety protocols, utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE), and adhere to proper repair procedures and hazardous waste disposal guidelines
• When applicable, test drive vehicles after repairs to verify safe operation, compliance with repair standards, and the quality and effectiveness of completed work.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including proper tool return and management of parts and materials

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of auto body collision repair experience
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• I-CAR and OEM certifications or training preferred
• High school diploma or GED required; Auto Body Vo-Tech certification strongly preferred
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously
• Must supply own tools in good working condition
• Knowledge of and adherence to manufacturer and dealership safety guidelines and standards
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret repair instructions, written estimates, and work orders
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced work environment

You Don't Have to Hate Your Current Job to Consider a Better Opportunity.

Sometimes the right move is simply finding a shop that offers more opportunity, better support, steady work, and compensation that reflects the skill you bring to the table.

If that sounds worth exploring, apply today. We'd be happy to have a confidential conversation about the opportunity and what you're looking for next.

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The specific pay rate/salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by several factors including experience, education, specialized certifications from OEMs, and where the job is located.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.