DPS Automotive is one of the Chicago area's leading vehicle restyling and commercial truck & van upfitting companies. We've been serving dealerships, commercial fleets, and retail customers since 2009, installing premium aftermarket accessories and equipment with a focus on quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.
We're looking for a motivated Automotive Technician who enjoys working with their hands, takes pride in quality work, and wants to learn multiple aspects of the automotive aftermarket industry.
What You'll Do
This position includes a variety of hands-on automotive work, including:
- Spray-in bedliner preparation and application
- Leather interior installations
- Commercial van and truck equipment installation
- Shelving, ladder racks, partitions, and storage systems
- Running boards, hitches, tonneau covers, and other accessories
- Vehicle disassembly and reassembly
- Measuring, drilling, cutting, and assembling components
- Quality control and final inspections
- Keeping your work area clean and organized
No two days are exactly the same, making this a great position for someone who enjoys variety and solving problems.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate has experience in one or more of the following:
- Automotive body shop
- Collision repair
- Automotive painting or prep work
- Spray finishing or coatings
- Mechanical or automotive repair
- Vehicle accessory installation
- Commercial truck or van equipment installation
- Fabrication or assembly work
You should:
- Be mechanically inclined
- Be comfortable using hand and power tools
- Have experience taking vehicles apart and putting them back together
- Have strong attention to detail
- Take pride in producing high-quality work
- Be dependable and punctual
- Have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
Experience Preferred
Experience with any of the following is a plus:
- Spray-in bedliners
- Automotive painting or refinishing
- Body shop repair
- Upholstery or leather installation
- Truck accessories
- Commercial van equipment
- Welding or fabrication
- 12-volt accessories
Training will be provided for the right candidate who has a strong mechanical background and a willingness to learn.
Why Work at DPS Automotive?
- Full-time, year-round employment
- Clean, professional work environment
- Variety of interesting projects
- Opportunity to learn new skills and advance your career
- Work on everything from pickup trucks and luxury vehicles to commercial fleet vans
- Supportive team with steady workflow
- Competitive pay based on experience
Pay
Competitive pay based on experience.
If you're the type of person who enjoys building, repairing, installing, and creating quality work—and you take pride in doing the job right—we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
