Collision Center Technician - Southern Auto Group

Job Description Are you a technician who has Body Shop and/or Collision Center experience? Did you get through your workdays in 2023 telling yourself you would find a better employer in 2024? Do you remember how good it felt to take a step back and look at a vehicle after all repairs have been completed? At Southern Auto Group we're more than a team, we're family.
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And it's time to bring your tools home! Our Collision Center Technicians repair vehicles as assigned by management following all established standards and procedures.
He/she will deliver the highest quality body shop repairs while maintaining the highest level of customer satisfaction.
The Technician must produce quality results on time or earlier.
The ideal candidate has some post-secondary automotive training and at least two years of dealer-level or large facility experience.
Candidates must have an unrestricted driver's license, a clean driving record, and a strong technical and customer service performance record.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and good computer skills are required.
A certification or designation in the field of automotive repair is a plus.
RESPONSIBILITIES Repairs automobiles and light trucks as assigned Maintains cleanliness of vehicles while performing service or repairs Ensures that required documentation is complete and is in compliance with regulations and standards Ensures that work areas are clean and that equipment, tools, and supplies are properly stored Follows all safety policies and procedures Performs other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or GED required; some post-high school education or training preferred Two years of relevant experience required Unrestricted driver's license and clean driving record Able to drive both automatic and standard-transmission vehicles Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress Strong organization skills, able to multi-task, and can manage time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment Highly professional and dependable Quality conscious and detail-oriented Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is an in-person position and attendance is required to maintain employment.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed.
The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Company Description The year was 1979 when the Southern Auto Group opened its first location in the Hampton Roads area.
Today, this massive conglomerate has grown into 16 core dealerships located in Chesapeake, Newport News, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach.
There are 15 new car brands that include: Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram Trucks, FIAT, Alfa Romeo, Chevrolet, Ford, Buick, GMC, Kia, Volkswagen, Nissan, Hyundai, and Acura.
Plus, state-of-the-art Collision Centers, a Pre-owned Car and Truck Liquidation Outlet, and over 700 employees on its payroll.
Due to a consistent increase in business, the dealerships are always looking for qualified candidates to fill a variety of positions.
In addition to the vast opportunities we have available, you will find that management encourages and promotes advancement opportunities within each dealership.
Take advantage of this opportunity to work for one of the Largest Auto Groups in Hampton Roads! Discover more about our organization at DrivingSouthern.
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
Benefits Health Insurance Health Savings Account Southern Wellness: A Free HealthCare Incentive Plan Medical GAP Insurance Dental 401(k) Retirement Plan - John Hancock Paid Vacation Paid Birthday Off Paid Holidays Short Term and Long Term Disability (Voluntary Benefit) Accident Solution Plan (Voluntary Benefit) Life Insurance (Voluntary Benefit) Cancer Protection Insurance (Voluntary Benefit) MASA Medical Transport Solutions (Voluntary Benefit) Employee Car Buying Program Direct Deposit