Auto Body Technician

Job Overview

If you know how to bring a crumpled fender back to life, this Auto Body Technician role in Pittsburgh, PA is for you. You'll handle repairs from minor dings to major collision damage, working hands on to restore vehicles to their pre accident condition. It's a shop where precision meets practicality every single day.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assess vehicle damage and prepare detailed repair plans.
• Perform frame and unibody straightening using dedicated equipment.
• Remove, repair, and replace body panels, trim, and mechanical components.
• Complete metal finishing, body filling, sanding, and masking for paint.
• Mix and match paint colors, then apply primer, basecoat, and clearcoat.
• Reassemble vehicles and perform final quality checks on your work.

Requirements

• A steady hand and an eye for detail; your finish work speaks for itself.
• Hands on experience with frame machines, welding gear, and HVLP spray guns.
• Formal training from a vocational school or a solid apprenticeship is a big plus.
• ICAR or ASE certifications are highly valued but not always mandatory to start.
• The job demands standing most of the day and handling heavy parts. You need good stamina.

What It's Like in This Role

The shop is a blend of organized chaos: the hum of sanders, the smell of fresh paint. You'll typically work alongside a small crew where everyone has their specialty but pitches in where needed. Most of your week is spent with power tools, dent pullers, and the spray booth. Expect a consistent full time schedule; the work doesn't slow down much.

Why You'll Like This Opportunity

The work never gets boring because no two cars are exactly alike. There's always a new challenge or technique to master. Many shops in Pittsburgh, PA offer clear paths to move up into lead or estimator roles if that's your goal. You get the satisfaction of seeing a project through from start to showroom finish.

Schedule & Work Type

This is primarily a full time, onsite position in Pittsburgh, PA. Standard shop hours are common, but some employers may offer flexible start times or occasional overtime depending on workflow.

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Equal Opportunity

The employer behind this listing provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of background.