Company Overview
The Knauz Automotive Group has been a prominent fixture in Chicago’s since its founding in 1934. As a family-owned business rooted in community values, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional sales and service experiences. Our dedicated team is the key to our ongoing success and growth.
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Body Shop Technician, experienced in luxury vehicles, to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for repairing and restoring vehicles with precision and care, ensuring they meet the highest quality standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with a passionate team committed to excellence in automotive repair.
Responsibilities
- Perform auto body repairs, including dent removal, panel replacement, and collision damage restoration using various hand tools and power tools
- Utilize welding repair techniques such as MIG welding, automotive welding equipment, and soldering to restore vehicle structures
- Fabricate and shape sheet metal components to specifications using fabrication repair techniques and sheet metal working skills
- Inspect vehicles thoroughly to identify necessary repairs and document work performed for auto estimating purposes
- Assist with auto restoration projects by applying mechanical knowledge, auto body repair skills, and assembly expertise
Experience
- Proven experience working as an automotive body technician on luxury vehicles or in a similar auto repair role, with dealership experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of auto body repair techniques, sheet metal work, sanding tools, and automotive welding equipment
- Hands-on experience with MIG welding, fabrication, soldering, and fabrication repair techniques
- Mechanical knowledge related to vehicle maintenance and automotive repair processes
- Ability to handle heavy lifting safely while maintaining attention to detail in all tasks
- Excellent customer service skills along with experience in auto estimating are advantageous
Join us as a Body Shop Technician and become part of a team that values craftsmanship, precision, and dedication. If you’re passionate about automotive repair and eager to grow your skills in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you!
Pay: $64,000.00 - $128,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
