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S&L Autobody

Auto Body Technician

Clarkston, MI · On-site

$100K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are a direct repair for State Farm and Frankenmuth Insurance but work with all insurance companies as well as customer pay repairs. Essential Job Duties for Auto Body Repair Technician: Examines ...

State Farm

Claims Appraiser - Auto Estimatics

Algonac, MI · On-site

$69K - $91K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

... with body shops and customers. This position is located in Detroit, MI. Competitive candidates ... State Farm recently implemented new pre-employment assessments. Candidates that have previously ...

State Farm

Claims Appraiser - Auto Estimatics

Algonac, MI

$69K - $91K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

... with body shops and customers. This position is located in Detroit, MI. Competitive candidates ... State Farm recently implemented new pre-employment assessments. Candidates that have previously ...

State Farm

Claims Appraiser - Auto Estimatics

Algonac, MI

$69K - $91K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

... with body shops and customers. This position is located in Detroit, MI. Competitive candidates ... State Farm recently implemented new pre-employment assessments. Candidates that have previously ...

State Farm

Claims Appraiser - Auto Estimatics

Algonac, MI · On-site

$69K - $91K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

... with body shops and customers. This position is located in Detroit, MI. Competitive candidates ... State Farm recently implemented new pre-employment assessments. Candidates that have previously ...

Bob Evans Foods

Harvest Team Member 1

Hillsdale, MI · On-site

$13.25 - $16.50/hr

Bob Evans Farms is based in Columbus, Ohio, and is owned by Post Holdings, Inc., a consumer ... body strain in the processing functions in the disassembly of carcasses. Utilize manual and/or ...

Bob Evans Foods

Harvest Team Member 1

Hillsdale, MI

$13.25 - $16.50/hr

Bob Evans Farms is based in Columbus, Ohio, and is owned by Post Holdings, Inc., a consumer ... body strain in the processing functions in the disassembly of carcasses. Utilize manual and/or ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for body farm in Michigan is $24.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.40 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Auto Body Technician

S&L Autobody

Clarkston, MI • On-site

$100K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

S & L Autobody is an independent automotive collision repair shop that strives for high quality service and support for all our customers. We are a direct repair for State Farm and Frankenmuth Insurance but work with all insurance companies as well as customer pay repairs.

Essential Job Duties for Auto Body Repair Technician:

Examines damaged vehicles and plans repair process which includes tear down and inspection.

Responsible for all repairs assigned and listed on the repair order including any additional repairs approved.

Conduct all repairs procedures according to I-Car specifications.

Removes parts necessary on the vehicle to gain access to vehicle body and fenders in order to complete repairs.

Works independently while communicating with others on repair status in order to meet time frames established.

Files, grinds and sands repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools.

Assemble vehicles once it is painted and perform quality control to ensure all parts are repaired properly before it goes for cleaning.

Skills and Qualifications for Auto Body Repair Technician:

  • Strong automotive collision diagnosis, problem solving and automotive repair experience.
  • I-CAR welding certified preferred
  • High level of motivation and energy/pride in work attitude.

Requirements for Auto Body Repair Technician:

  • Must assume responsibility for quality of work.
  • Valid driver's license
  • Valid MI Motor Vehicle Mechanic Certification
  • Excellent verbal communication skills
  • Team player

Benefits for Auto Body Repair Technician:

  • Commission based pay (see salary details below)
  • Medical subsidy, Dental and Vision
  • Health Savings Account
  • Paid Holidays and PTO Time
  • Simple IRA Plan with Company Match

Hours:

  • Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Work 9 hour shift

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $170,000.00 based on experience

Salary guarantee of $130,000 annually with verified W2 from previous employer which will demonstrate ability. 45% commission on jobs over annual guarantee

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Simple IRA with Company Match
  • Paid Holidays

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Supplemental Pay:

  • Commission pay

Work Location: In person

Company Description

We have been in business over 40 years and have a great reputation. Work with most insurance companies and direct repair for two companies.