Xcite Automotive is seeking an experienced Automotive Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) Technician to support our partner dealerships in Hardeeville,SC.
Job Description: This is a hands-on, production-driven role embedded within a dealership environment, focused on OEM-quality dent removal without paint or refinishing. The Ideal candidate brings 3–5 years of professional PDR experience, thrives in high-volume dealership operations, and consistently delivers precision repairs on customer and inventory vehicles.
Compensation is competitive and based on experience, skill level, and demonstrated PDR expertise.
Key Responsibilities:
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Perform high-quality paintless dent repair (PDR) on customer and dealership inventory vehicles
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Repair door dings, creases, bodyline dents, minor collision dents, and hail damage without paint or fillers
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Accurately assess vehicle damage and determine appropriate PDR repair methods
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Maintain OEM and dealership quality standards for appearance, safety, and finish
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Document completed repairs, time billed, and work performed in accordance with dealership processes
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Work closely with service managers, reconditioning teams, and detail departments to meet turnaround timelines
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Maintain and properly use PDR tools, lighting systems, and equipment
Required Qualifications:
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3–5 years of hands-on professional PDR experience (dealership or high-volume environment required)
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Proven experience with hail damage repair and complex dent removal
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Advanced proficiency with PDR rods, glue pulling, knockdowns, blending techniques, and reflection lighting
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Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, production-focused setting without sacrificing quality
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Strong attention to detail with a commitment to precision repairs
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Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate with dealership staff and managers
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience performing complex bodyline and oversized dent repairs
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Proven success in hail catastrophe or storm restoration environments
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Experience working with aluminum and high-strength steel panels
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Ability to produce accurate repair assessments and internal estimates
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Familiarity with dealership management systems (DMS) or repair documentation processes
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Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed daily production targets
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Mobile PDR or route-based dealership servicing experience
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I-CAR or other industry-related training (PDR-focused)
Beneficial Types of Previous Experience:
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Proven experience with hail damage repair, dent/crease removal, glue pulling, and light reflection techniques.
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Prior work in dealership service or reconditioning departments,
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Exposure to collision repair or body shop environments (without painting/refinishing), including damage assessment and repair estimates.
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Experience supporting fleet, rental car, or auction vehicles
Compensation & Benefits
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Competitive hourly/salary pay, based on experience.
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Full-time position with opportunity for overtime.
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Benefits package may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.
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Career growth opportunities within our expanding automotive reconditioning team.
Apply today to start your career in Xcite Automotive! #INDAUTO3
Company Description:: Xcite Automotive is a fast-growing automotive service and a software-based company that helps dealers get vehicles frontline-ready quickly and efficiently. Since 2007, Xcite Automotive has been on a mission to make the automotive industry faster, more innovative, and more profitable. Over 1,300 automobile dealers nationwide rely on Xcite’s team of 1000+ employees to provide on-site vehicle marketing and reconditioning solutions.
Additional Information::Xcite Automotive provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or orientation. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
