Body Shop Technician

Colonial Ford Truck Sales

  • Richmond, Virginia
  • 13 days ago

    Highlights

    A family-owned business premiered in 1966, we are your business' one-stop-shop with sales, parts, service, tire, and body & paint shop in Richmond, Virginia. All departments cater to businesses and fleets of all sizes, working with light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationRichmond, Virginia

    Description

    Automotive Body Shop Technician

    Location: Colonial Ford Truck Sales- Richmond, VA

    About Colonial Ford Truck Sales

    A family-owned business premiered in 1966, we are your business' one-stop-shop with sales, parts, service, tire, and body & paint shop in Richmond, Virginia. All departments cater to businesses and fleets of all sizes, working with light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks.

    It is the mission of Colonial Truck to be a full service provider of transportation solutions for our customers and community; and to perform this service in a manner that will redefine the standards of quality, professionalism, value, and customer satisfaction.

    Job Description

    Colonial Ford Truck Sales is seeking an experienced Automotive Body Shop Technician to join our collision team. The ideal candidate will be skilled in metal repair, panel replacement, frame and structural work, and refinishing preparation. You’ll play a key role in ensuring every repair meets factory standards for safety, appearance, and performance.

    If you’re passionate about automotive restoration, thrive in a team environment, and take pride in high-quality work, we want to hear from you.

    Benefits

    • Competitive pay

    • Hours are 7:30am- 4pm Monday – Friday.

    • 401(k) with company match

    • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

    • Disability insurance

    • Flexible spending and health savings accounts(company match)

    • Paid time off and bereavement leave

    • Supportive, family-oriented work environment                                                               Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

    Responsibilities

    • Perform body repairs including dent removal, panel replacement, and structural straightening

    • Refinish and prepare surfaces for painting to OEM standards

    • Align and fit vehicle components such as doors, panels, and bumpers

    • Work with insurance adjusters and estimators to ensure repair accuracy

    • Maintain detailed documentation for all repair work performed

    • Ensure all work meets dealership and manufacturer safety and quality standards

    • Operate power tools and welding equipment safely and effectively

    • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace

    Qualifications

    • 2+ years of professional experience in an automotive body or collision repair setting

    • I-CAR or OEM certifications. Painting and estimating preferred but not required

    • Strong understanding of repair processes, materials, and tools

    • Ability to read and interpret repair orders and technical manuals

    • Attention to detail and commitment to precision workmanship

    • Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team

    • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

    Colonial Ford Truck Sales is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees. Discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity will not be tolerated.

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