Overview: Toyota of North Austin is part of the fast growing Group 1 Automotive, a leader in automotive retail. We are looking to add qualified Auto Body Techs / Collision Body Technicians to our team. In addition to competitive pay, we offer our associates the following benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance401(k) plan with company matchPaid Time-OffEmployee Stock Purchase PlanEmployee Vehicle Purchase ProgramProfessional work environment, with job training and advancement opportunitiesParticipation in Technician Development program. Responsibilities: Repairs vehicles per estimate and according to manufacturer standardsCheck parts against estimate and ensures proper parts are ordered and receivedPrepares vehicles for body repair workNotifies management of any additional repairs needed. Documents and additional parts and labor required to perform a satisfactory repairNotifies management of any difficulties or problems that may prevent a quality job from being performed or cause a change in the promised time.Check parts against estimate and ensure proper parts are ordered and receivedMaintains and wears all required safety and health personal equipment, including respirator, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturerComplies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners and other hazardous materials. Reports any deviations to managementCooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehiclesUnderstands, keeps abreast of and complies with federal, state and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc Qualifications: 2 or more years of experience as a collision repair technician with heavy structural collision and frame experienceICAR certification in auto body repair, painting and estimating, a plusCertificate from Vocational School in Collision a plusWorking knowledge of all aspects of repairs for damaged vehicles including body work and when to replace or repair partsAbility to read and following instructions on repair/estimate ordersHigh school diploma or equivalentValid driver license in the state that you will work and a good driving record Group 1 is a Fortune 300 company that owns and operates automotive dealerships and collision centers in the United States and United Kingdom. We offer our associates a team environment, great benefits and ongoing training and support. If you are in alignment with our values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork and respect - now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail. Apply today or refer a qualified friend! *All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, MVR, and drug testing in order to qualify for employment* IND1Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.