Sugar Loaf Ford is seeking a skilled, dependable Body Shop Technician / Painter to join our collision-repair team. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in quality workmanship, pays close attention to detail, and enjoys restoring vehicles to a safe, clean, professional finish.
Responsibilities
- Inspect damaged vehicles and assist with estimating repair needs.
- Perform collision repairs including body panel repair and replacement, dent repair, sanding, masking, priming, and refinishing.
- Prepare vehicles and panels for paint, including proper cleaning, sanding, masking, and sealing.
- Mix and apply automotive paints, clear coats, and other refinishing materials to match factory finishes.
- Complete color matching, blending, buffing, polishing, and final-detail work.
- Repair or replace damaged parts in accordance with manufacturer procedures and shop standards.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area; properly handle paint materials and equipment.
- Work with the body shop manager, estimators, parts department, and other technicians to keep repairs moving efficiently.
- Perform quality-control inspections before vehicles are returned to customers.
Qualifications
- Previous body shop, collision repair, automotive paint, or refinishing experience preferred.
- Ability to perform body repairs and/or automotive painting with strong attention to fit, finish, and detail.
- Knowledge of sanding, masking, priming, paint mixing, spraying, blending, and buffing techniques.
- Familiarity with collision-repair equipment, hand tools, power tools, and paint booth procedures.
- I-CAR certification or willingness to pursue training is a plus.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a productive team environment.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable attendance.
- A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and pride in delivering repairs that customers can trust.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay based on experience and productivity.
- A steady workflow in a professional, team-oriented shop.
- Health/vision/dental insurance
- Company 401k Plan
- Quality equipment, materials, and a clean work environment.
- Ongoing training and opportunities for career growth.
- Employee discounts.
- The opportunity to serve customers in a respected local dealership.
Apply Today
If you have experience in collision repair or automotive refinishing and take pride in restoring vehicles to their best condition, we’d like to hear from you.
Pay: $78,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
