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Auto Body Receptionist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Receptionist

Venice, FL

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer ... Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower ...

Receptionist

Leesburg, FL · On-site

$13.50 - $17.75/hr

Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer ... Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower ...

Receptionist

Leesburg, FL · On-site

$13.50 - $17.75/hr

Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer ... Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower ...

Receptionist

Leesburg, FL · On-site

$13.50 - $17.75/hr

Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer ... Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower ...

BODY SHOP RECEPTIONIST

Houston, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

Collision Center Receptionist - Auto Dealership As our new receptionist, you will be the voice and face of our dealership. So, we need someone with a winning attitude and a professional appearance.

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How much do auto body receptionist jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for auto body receptionist in the United States is $17.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an auto body receptionist?

Auto Body Receptionists are front-desk professionals who handle customer service, scheduling, and administrative tasks at auto body repair shops. They greet customers, answer phones, schedule appointments, and serve as the communication link between clients and technicians. They may also process payments, manage paperwork, and assist with insurance claims. Their role is essential in ensuring smooth operations and a positive customer experience in the shop.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an auto body receptionist?

To thrive as an Auto Body Receptionist, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in customer service, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with shop management software, scheduling systems, and basic office equipment is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and a friendly demeanor help build rapport with customers and support a positive shop environment. These skills are essential for efficiently managing front-desk operations, ensuring customer satisfaction, and supporting the workflow of the auto body shop.

What are common challenges an auto body receptionist faces, and how can they be managed?

Auto Body Receptionists often juggle a fast-paced environment, balancing incoming calls, walk-in customers, and administrative duties simultaneously. Managing customer expectations—especially when dealing with insurance processes or repair delays—can be challenging. Strong organizational skills, clear communication, and a calm demeanor help navigate these situations efficiently. Building good relationships with technicians and estimators also ensures smoother workflow and better customer service outcomes.

What is the difference between Auto Body Receptionist vs Auto Body Office Assistant?

AspectAuto Body ReceptionistAuto Body Office Assistant
CredentialsHigh school diploma; basic customer service skillsHigh school diploma; administrative skills
Work EnvironmentFront desk, customer interaction areaOffice setting, administrative tasks
Employer & Industry UsageAuto repair shops, collision centersAuto repair shops, collision centers
Common Search & ComparisonCustomer service, front desk dutiesAdministrative support, clerical tasks

The Auto Body Receptionist primarily handles customer interactions at the front desk, focusing on greeting clients and scheduling appointments. In contrast, the Auto Body Office Assistant supports administrative functions behind the scenes, such as filing and data entry. While both roles are essential in auto repair shops, the receptionist is more customer-facing, whereas the office assistant handles clerical tasks to ensure smooth operations.

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Infographic showing various Auto Body Receptionist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, and 10% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $35,976 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Job Summary:

The Receptionist is responsible to receive customers with a friendly greeting and warm smile. The Receptionist's role is to provide a pleasant and welcoming first impression for our valued clientele. Acting as the front line point-of-contact for the overall dealership, the Receptionist sets the tone by being an outstanding listener and information source. He/She will know all points-of-contact and of every department within the dealership in order to promptly address the customer's inquiry. In addition to receiving and managing inquiries, the Receptionist performs telephone switchboard and call routing tasks and administrative duties. 

The ideal Dealership Receptionist candidate has a working knowledge of the automotive industry, strong administrative and organizational skills, previous telephones switchboard experience and exceptional interpersonal skills.

About Us:

Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer based in Ocala, FL. With over 1,300 employees representing 17 automotive brands, we offer new and pre-owned vehicles, financing, warranties, automobile parts, accessories, service, and body repair. Our commitment is to provide customers with an outstanding automotive experience delivered with professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm. At Jenkins Auto Group, we believe in promoting growth and upholding our forward trajectory through great people, high standards, and best practices, recognizing that our team is integral to our success.

Essential Functions: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.)
 
Duties & Responsibilities: 

The following is a representative list of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position: 

  • Manages inbound switch board telephonic inquiries and routes calls accordingly 
  • Meets and greets all  clientele in a warm, sincere, and helpful manner
  • Routes customers to the appropriate department or point-of-contact within the dealership 
  • Coordinates questions and issues with appropriate department personnel
  • Handles multiple tasks concurrently with frequent interruptions
  • Adhere to all company policies, procedures and safety standards 
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Demands:

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 individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

  • Sitting: Remaining in the seated position 
  • Stand: Remaining on one’s feet in an upright position at a workstation without moving about 
  • Walking: Moving about on foot 
  • Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) 10-25 lbs., 
  • Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder 
  • Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Includes slapping, striking, kicking, and treadle actions) 
  • Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) 
  • Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles 
  • Kneeling: Bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee or knees 
  • Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine 
  • Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction 
  • Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands. Fingers are involved only to the extent that they are an extension of the hand, such as to turn a switch or shift automobile gears 
  • Fingering: Picking, pinching, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm as in handling 
  • Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture, by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips 
  • Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to clients or to the public and to convey detailed spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly 
  • Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by ear 
  • Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less 
  • Visual Accommodation: Adjustment of lens of eye to bring an object into sharp focus. This factor is required when doing near point work at varying distances from the eye 
  • Color Vision: Ability to identify and distinguish colors 
  • Field of Vision: Observing an area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point 

Environmental Conditions: Exposure to...

  • Moving mechanical parts 
  • Non-Climate controlled conditions
  • Wet and/or humid conditions
  • High, exposed places 
  • Noise  
  • Vibration
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.