Body Shop Technician

Location: Colonial Ford Truck Sales - Richmond VA

About Colonial Ford Truck Sales

A family-owned business premiered in 1966 we are your business one-stop-shop with sales parts service tire and body & paint shopin Richmond Virginia. All departments cater to businesses and fleets of all sizes working with light medium and heavy-duty trucks.

It is the mission of Colonial Truck to be a full service provider of transportation solutions for our customers and community; and to perform this service in a manner that will redefine the standards of quality professionalism value and customer satisfaction.

Job Description

Colonial Ford Truck Sales is seeking an experienced Automotive Body Shop Technician to join our collision team. The ideal candidate will be skilled in metal repair panel replacement frame and structural work and refinishing preparation. Youll play a key role in ensuring every repair meets factory standards for safety appearance and performance.

If youre passionate about automotive restoration thrive in a team environment and take pride in high-quality work we want to hear from you.

• Competitivepay

• Hours are 7:30am -4pm Monday Friday.

• 401(k) with company match

• Health dental vision and life insurance

• Disability insurance

• Flexible spending and health savings accounts(company match)

• Paid time off and bereavement leave

• Supportive family-oriented work environment Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Responsibilities

• Perform body repairs including dent removal panel replacement and structural straightening

• Refinish and prepare surfaces for painting to OEM standards

• Align and fit vehicle components such as doors panels and bumpers

• Work with insurance adjusters and estimators to ensure repair accuracy

• Maintain detailed documentation for all repair work performed

• Ensure all work meets dealership and manufacturer safety and quality standards

• Operate power tools and welding equipment safely and effectively

• Maintain a clean organized and safe workspace

Qualifications

• 2 years of professional experience in an automotive body or collision repair setting

• I-CAR or OEM certifications. Painting and estimating preferred but not required

• Strong understanding of repair processes materials and tools

• Ability to read and interpret repair orders and technical manuals

• Attention to detail and commitment to precision workmanship

• Reliable self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team

• Valid drivers license and clean driving record

Colonial Ford Truck Sales is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees. Discrimination or harassment based on race color religion sex age national origin disability veteran status sexual orientation or gender identity will not be tolerated.