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Auto Body Technician jobs are open across collision repair shops, dealership service centers, fleet operators, and insurance-direct repair programs, from entry-level refinisher to senior estimator and shop foreman, with specializations in frame straightening, paint refinishing, and structural repair. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Auto Body Technician
Classic Collision was established in 1983 in Atlanta, Georgia with one single goal: To offer quality service to its customers with integrity and honesty. Be a part of a rapidly growing company whose mission is to put safety, quality, integrity, and heart into every vehicle we repair and customer we serve.
Classic Collision offers competitive pay, benefits, and career advancement opportunities.
Please come and join our team!
Why Choose Classic Collision?
- Paid Weekly
- Continuous Training
- Supportive Team Culture
- Company match 401K
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Paid Time Off - 6 Paid Holidays
- Rewarding Work
Responsibilities
- Complete disassembly of vehicle to assist Collision Estimators in assessing damage to prepare a 100% Repair Plan
- Ensure all needed repairs identified to eliminate supplements and minimize repair time
- Plan work procedure: follow work order for all operations listed
- Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic windows, and seat operating equipment to gain access to damaged area of vehicle if needed. Store parts on carts or cover to eliminate potential damage
- Mend damaged body by hammering out or filling in dents and welding broken parts; ensure all gaps and fits are to industry standards; remove damaged panels and bolts or welds replacement parts in position and reassemble after parts are painted
- Operate a variety of hand and power tools (e.g. welder, soldering equipment, cutting torch, blocks, hammers, wrenches, sander, spray guns, etc.)
- File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces before turning vehicle over to the Paint Dept.
- Repair or replace defective parts
- Inspect and test drive repaired vehicles to check for compliance with safety and quality standards
- Perform other related duties as assigned
- Comply with all Classic Collision standard operating procedures, safety, rules, and guidelines
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- I-CAR / ASE certifications preferred
- 2-3 years’ collision repair experience preferred
- Valid Driver's License Required
- Customer-focused attitude with the ability to work well in a team environment
- Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and information
- Successful completion of background check required
Behaviors/Competencies:
- Integrity - Respect and accountability at every level and every interaction
- Customer Service - Provide the highest level of customer service while building customer satisfaction and retention
- Innovation - Develops and displays innovative approaches and ideas to our business
- Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit and supports everyone’s efforts to succeed
Physical & Environmental
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands, and is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, sit, and walk occasionally for long periods at a time. The employee may occasionally be required to reach with hands, arms and move objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. In addition, abilities for assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned is required. 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 individual with disabilities to perform the essential function.
Classic Collision is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
As an equal opportunity employer, Classic Collision does not discriminate against any employee or candidate based on age, race, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Reasonable Accommodations:
Classic Collision is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individual with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an online application, please e-mail recruiting@classiccollision.com or call (470) 500-6808. This email and phone number are listed exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online.
This job description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Auto Body Technician
Classic Collision was established in 1983 in Atlanta, Georgia with one single goal: To offer quality service to its customers with integrity and honesty. Be a part of a rapidly growing company whose mission is to put safety, quality, integrity, and heart into every vehicle we repair and customer we serve.
Classic Collision offers competitive pay, benefits, and career advancement opportunities.
Please come and join our team!
Why Choose Classic Collision?
- Paid Weekly
- Continuous Training
- Supportive Team Culture
- Company match 401K
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Paid Time Off - 6 Paid Holidays
- Rewarding Work
Responsibilities
- Complete disassembly of vehicle to assist Collision Estimators in assessing damage to prepare a 100% Repair Plan
- Ensure all needed repairs identified to eliminate supplements and minimize repair time
- Plan work procedure: follow work order for all operations listed
- Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic windows, and seat operating equipment to gain access to damaged area of vehicle if needed. Store parts on carts or cover to eliminate potential damage
- Mend damaged body by hammering out or filling in dents and welding broken parts; ensure all gaps and fits are to industry standards; remove damaged panels and bolts or welds replacement parts in position and reassemble after parts are painted
- Operate a variety of hand and power tools (e.g. welder, soldering equipment, cutting torch, blocks, hammers, wrenches, sander, spray guns, etc.)
- File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces before turning vehicle over to the Paint Dept.
- Repair or replace defective parts
- Inspect and test drive repaired vehicles to check for compliance with safety and quality standards
- Perform other related duties as assigned
- Comply with all Classic Collision standard operating procedures, safety, rules, and guidelines
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- I-CAR / ASE certifications preferred
- 2-3 years’ collision repair experience preferred
- Valid Driver's License Required
- Customer-focused attitude with the ability to work well in a team environment
- Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and information
- Successful completion of background check required
Behaviors/Competencies:
- Integrity - Respect and accountability at every level and every interaction
- Customer Service - Provide the highest level of customer service while building customer satisfaction and retention
- Innovation - Develops and displays innovative approaches and ideas to our business
- Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit and supports everyone’s efforts to succeed
Physical & Environmental
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands, and is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, sit, and walk occasionally for long periods at a time. The employee may occasionally be required to reach with hands, arms and move objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. In addition, abilities for assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned is required. 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 individual with disabilities to perform the essential function.
Classic Collision is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
As an equal opportunity employer, Classic Collision does not discriminate against any employee or candidate based on age, race, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Reasonable Accommodations:
Classic Collision is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individual with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an online application, please e-mail recruiting@classiccollision.com or call (470) 500-6808. This email and phone number are listed exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online.
This job description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Who's Hiring
- Caliber258
- Gerber Collision & Glass201
- Crash Champions Collision Repair Team86
- Classic Collision52
- CARVANA47
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in auto body technician jobs.
- I-CAR or ASE certification in collision repair or refinishing
- Proficiency with MIG welding, frame straightening equipment, and measuring systems
- Experience reading and interpreting repair estimates and damage reports
- Ability to perform structural and cosmetic repairs on unibody and body-on-frame vehicles
- Familiarity with waterborne and solvent-based paint mixing and application systems
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Tips for Your Auto Body Technician Job Search
Certify before you apply
I-CAR Gold Class and ASE certifications appear in most auto body technician postings as either required or preferred. If you have them, list each certification with its current status and expiration date prominently near the top of your resume.
Document your repair portfolio visually
Shops hire on evidence of work quality. Photograph before-and-after repairs you've completed, focusing on color-matching, panel alignment, and structural work. A simple photo folder you can share during interviews often moves candidates ahead of equally credentialed applicants.
Target direct repair program shops first
Dealerships and insurance-affiliated DRP shops post volume openings year-round and often pay flat-rate guarantees during ramp-up. Search specifically for shops listed as State Farm, GEICO, or Allstate DRP partners, as their technician pipelines turn over regularly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists auto body technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Negotiate flat-rate versus hourly clearly
Auto body shops commonly offer flat-rate pay structures instead of hourly. Before your offer conversation, calculate your average weekly billed hours from your last position so you can compare flat-rate book times against a straight hourly offer on equal footing.
Prepare a hands-on skills walkthrough for interviews
Many shops ask candidates to walk through how they would approach a specific repair scenario, such as a unibody pull or a blend fade on a metallic panel. Rehearse talking through your process out loud, including which equipment you'd use and how you'd verify alignment tolerances.
Auto Body Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most auto body technicians?
Caliber, Gerber Collision & Glass, and Crash Champions Collision Repair Team are hiring the most auto body technicians right now, with openings concentrated in Florida, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Multi-location collision repair groups and dealership service groups tend to post the highest volumes consistently.
How many auto body technician jobs are remote?
About 0% of auto body technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, since most repair work requires physical access to vehicles and shop equipment. The sub-roles most likely to allow remote work are damage estimating, insurance supplement writing, and total-loss evaluation, which can sometimes be done off-site using digital imaging tools.
How do you become an auto body technician?
Most auto body technicians start with a vocational program or community college certificate in collision repair, which covers welding, panel work, and refinishing fundamentals. From there, an apprenticeship or entry-level helper role at a collision shop builds hands-on hours. Pursuing I-CAR ProLevel credentials and ASE certifications as you gain experience moves you into higher-paying technician positions.
Can you get hired as an auto body technician with little experience?
Yes, many collision shops hire entry-level helpers or apprentice technicians who assist with disassembly, masking, and prep work while they build skills. Completing a vocational program, demonstrating basic welding competency, and holding a clean driving record are often enough to land a first role. Smaller independent shops and fleet maintenance facilities are generally more open to training candidates than high-volume DRP chains.
What does the auto body technician interview process look like?
Most auto body technician interviews start with a shop tour and a conversation about your repair background, certifications, and the types of vehicles or damage you've worked on most. Shops frequently follow up with a practical skills assessment, asking you to inspect a damaged vehicle, describe your repair approach, or demonstrate a weld or blend technique. References from previous shop managers carry significant weight in final hiring decisions.
Where can I find and apply to auto body technician jobs?
You can find and apply to auto body technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your certifications, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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