Body Shop & Collision Technician

Dimmitt Chevrolet in Clearwater, Florida is looking for an experienced Body Shop & Collision Repair Technician to join our team! This is an outstanding opportunity to join a 98 year old and highly regarded family owned dealership. We offer our associates a team environment, great benefits and ongoing training and support. Please, If you do not have experience working in a Collision Center there is no need to apply. Benefits Competitive compensation plan 401(k) retirement benefit with company participation (after 1 year) Medical, dental and vision insurance Life & Disability Insurance Paid vacation time Employee Wellness Program Employee Discount Program Ongoing training and support Fun and friendly work environment Responsibilities • Comply with all safety and OSHA procedures and requirements. • Be responsible for repairs assigned and listed on the work order. This includes all additional notes listed requesting special requests, promises, or repair procedures from company or customer. • Covering any vehicle to be repaired in the prescribed manner to prevent over-spray from coming in contact with vehicle surfaces. • Performing initial tear down and thorough inspection for missing items and labors on work order. Reporting any items to Estimator and Parts Manager as quick as possible that the initial order of parts may be a complete order of parts. • Completing the repairs in a quality manner, following the company’s Repair Standards. • Applying undercoating, corrosion protection, gravel guard, seam sealer, weld-thru primer, and lubricants as the need presents itself or as listed on the repair order. • After painting, being responsible for re-assembling, headlight adjustment, and other final alignments and adjustments prior to the car being delivered. • All straightening and repairs will be according to factory specifications and I-CAR procedures including door, hood, and deck alignments, chassis and frame measurements, welded on uni-body parts, etc. Qualifications • Must possess a valid Florida driver's license • Must have a good driving record • Must be able to pass a criminal background check • Must be able to pass a drug test We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.