Ken Garff Automotive Group · 1 day ago
Collision Repair Technician
American Fork, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expKen Garff Automotive Group is a unique automotive dealership group that prides itself on doing things differently. They are currently seeking a Collision Repair Technician who is detail-oriented and dedicated to providing exceptional service, responsible for preparing repair estimates, straightening frames, and ensuring the structural integrity of vehicles.
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Responsibilities
Prepare or review motor vehicle repair estimate reports
Straighten bent frames and unitized bodies with a frame machine
Remove badly damaged sections of vehicles (e.g. aprons, roof and rear body panels) and weld in new sections
Work out minor damage in body panels, fenders, skirting and sheet metal trim, and weld torn metal
Prepare car for paint by covering the bumpers, windows and trim with masking tape and paper, apply primer with a spray gun, clean the surface and apply paint
Repair and/or replace interior components such as instrument panels, seat frame assemblies, carpets, and floorboard insulation, trim panels and moldings
Inspect vehicles for dimensional accuracy and test drive them to ensure proper alignment and handling
Restore the structural integrity of damaged vehicles by cutting away damaged components and welding in new or recycled replacements
Accurately align suspension and steering components
Ensure that passenger protection systems function properly
Remove and install bolt-on components such as hoods, deck lids, fenders, trim, doors, glass and interior components, and verify dimensional accuracy
Apply or restore anti-corrosion treatments
Identify and remove layers of sub-coatings by using abrasives or chemicals
Match the complex color formulations created by automobile manufacturers
Apply refinish products in the correct sequence, ensuring chemical compatibility, adhesion and durability
Master our Dealer Management System (Reynolds) for time keeping, work distribution, electronic inspections, repair quotes and communication
Be accountable to all dealership owned tools, and superior cleanliness throughout workspace and in all customer vehicles (“leave no trace” standard)
Qualification
Required
3-5 years previous relevant experience strongly preferred
Must be 18 years or older and be authorized to work in the U.S
High School Diploma or equivalent
Ability to read and comprehend job-related instructions and information whether electronic or paper-based
Excellent manual dexterity skills as well as patience, creativity, good judgment and an eye for detail
Valid in-state driver's license
Preferred
I-CAR Certifications strongly desired
Benefits
Paid training, certifications and real career growth
Paid Time Off starting your first week and 401k with Company match
Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-term disability, AD&D and Life Insurance
Year-end bonus program for all employees (Garff Giveback)
Red Wing boot program (annual replacement of work boots)
Employee discounts on Vehicle Purchase, Parts, Service and More!
Company
Ken Garff Automotive Group
Ken Garff founded his business in 1932 upon the principles of honesty, integrity, personalized customer service, and being a good corporate citizen.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
James M "Jim" Campbell, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Brent Lessing
Chief Information Technology Officer
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