Body Shop Technician

Truck Centers, Inc. is continually growing, and that means we have an ongoing need for Body Shop Technicians of varying experience to join our team. Body Shop Techs will have proven mechanical aptitude, experience in a variety of fiberglass and metal repairs, fabrication, and welding along with time management skills to perform work independently and as part of a team.

Shift Available:

This position will work day shift. You have a choice between working 8-hour shifts Monday-Friday or working 10-hour shifts Tuesday-Friday.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Review each repair order (RO) and estimator’s notes to understand the repairs needed prior to beginning work on the vehicle.

Perform vehicle teardown, repairs of all types, welding, and painting as instructed.

Identify parts necessary for repair completion and work in conjunction with Parts department to reduce downtime.

Maintain thorough knowledge of heavy-duty operating systems and OEM technical repair processes.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace according to company and Elite Support guidelines.

What We're Looking For:

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Driver's License with ability to meet insurance requirements is required

Class A CDL with air brake endorsement is highly preferred

2+ years of collision repair, fabrication, painting, and welding is required to repair both fiberglass and metal parts; heavy-duty repair experience is highly preferred

Demonstrated strong personal conviction of producing quality work

Proven technical skills and the ability to follow detailed instructions

Ability to lift and/or move up to 110 lbs. without assistance

Must participate in a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Pay Range: $23.50 - $35.24 per hour.

401(k) with company match

Health insurance with 3 plan options to choose from, Vision Insurance, and Dental Insurance

Paid time off including paid volunteer time

Disability insurance

FSA and HSA options

Company paid Life and AD&D insurance

Maternity leave

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Company paid uniforms

Company paid PPE allowance

Company-supplied specialty tooling

Truck Centers, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

We believe in the Hire to Retire philosophy and invest in individuals that we believe will be valuable assets to TCI and our customers for years to come. Thus, we want to help you live well through personal and professional growth plus a multitude of benefits.

For over 50 years, three generations have led Truck Centers, Inc. from a single store dealership into our current network of ten, full-service dealerships and two auxiliary locations proudly representing Freightliner and Western Star trucks in Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri. Our team has remained dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service in an environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and a communal spirit of giving back. To learn more about us, visit truckcentersinc.com .