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Ronkonkoma, NY | OEM-Certified, I-CAR Gold Class Collision Repair Facility

We are a professional, OEM-certified collision repair organization built on pride in our craft, strong teamwork, and shared accountability. Our body technicians are the backbone of repair quality — the work done here sets everything else up for success.

Body techs, painters, estimators, parts, and the front office work closely together, sharing knowledge and holding one another to a high standard. We support the work, not shortcuts, and we take pride in doing repairs the right way.

We’re looking for an Auto Body Technician who values craftsmanship, consistency, and being part of a well-run, team-focused shop.

This role is responsible for structural and non-structural body repairs, following OEM procedures and shop standards in a production-focused environment with strong repair planning and support.

• Perform structural and non-structural body repairs

• Disassemble and reassemble vehicles properly and safely

• Perform panel replacement, straightening, and metal repair

• Follow OEM repair procedures and documentation requirements

• Use proper repair methods, measuring systems, and equipment

• Communicate with production and estimators on repair needs

• Maintain clean, organized work areas

• Take pride in repair quality and final fit & finish

• Prior experience as an auto body / collision repair technician

• Strong understanding of OEM repair procedures

• Ability to maintain quality under production volume

• Attention to detail and pride in workmanship

• Team-oriented mindset and professionalism

I-CAR training and OEM certifications valued

Structural repair experience a plus

• Repairs completed correctly the first time

• Minimal rework or comebacks

• Clean handoffs to paint and detail

• Consistent production without sacrificing quality

• Strong collaboration across departments

• Hourly Guarantee: Competitive base hourly rate

• Flat-Rate Pay: Earn flat-rate flag hours above 40 hours/week

• Skill tiering applies based on experience and capability

• Quality and chargeback standards are clearly defined

This structure provides stability with real upside for productive, quality-focused technicians.

This role also participates in a shared, team-based incentive program tied to overall shop performance.

• Incentives are based on delivered shop revenue, not individual sales or written estimates

• The incentive pool activates once delivered revenue exceeds $225,000 per month

• Payouts increase as shop performance improves

• Incentives are shared among front-office and production-support team members

• Designed to reward teamwork, consistency, and execution, not shortcuts

(Examples shown for illustration; individual payouts vary by role and team results)

• ~$275,000 delivered: $300–$500 per person

• ~$325,000 delivered: $600–$900 per person

• ~$375,000+ delivered: $1,000–$1,500+ per person

Incentives are paid in addition to base compensation and align individual success with overall shop performance.

• Experienced auto body technicians

• Craftsmen who take pride in correct repairs

• Team players who value consistency and quality

• Technicians seeking steady work and long-term stability

• Entry-level candidates without collision repair experience

• Anyone unwilling to follow OEM procedures and shop standards

• Short-term or transitional job seekers

Our body technicians are paid under a hybrid structure designed to provide income stability, upside for productivity, and clear advancement paths.

• Hourly Guarantee: Paid for the first 40 hours per week

• Flat-Rate Pay: Earned on flag hours above 40

• Flat-rate hours are paid only when quality standards are met

• Skill tier determines flat-rate multiplier and scope of work

This structure rewards skill, efficiency, and correct repairs — not shortcuts.

Developing / Entry-Level Tech

Scope

• Non-structural repairs

• Basic disassembly / reassembly

• Panel repair with guidance

• Works under supervision

Requirements

• Basic collision repair experience or trade school

• Willingness to learn OEM procedures

• Coachable, team-oriented mindset

Pay Structure

• Hourly guarantee only

• Limited flat-rate eligibility

• Focus is skill development, not speed

Advancement Trigger

• Consistent quality work

• Ability to complete jobs with minimal rework

• Demonstrates understanding of repair planning

Independent Production Technician

Scope

• Non-structural and moderate repairs

• Full R&I and panel replacement

• Reads and follows repair plans independently

• Coordinates with estimators and parts

Requirements

• Proven collision repair experience

• Comfortable with OEM procedures

• Minimal supervision required

Pay Structure

• Hourly guarantee for first 40 hours

• Flat-rate flag hours paid above 40

• Standard flat-rate multiplier

Performance Expectation

• Consistent quality

• Steady flag hours without comebacks

• Clean handoffs to paint

Senior / Structural Technician

Scope

• Structural and complex repairs

• Sectioning, measuring, and advanced metal work

• Mentor junior technicians

• Quality authority on the floor

Requirements

• Strong OEM structural repair knowledge

• Measuring system experience

• I-CAR training strongly preferred

Pay Structure

• Hourly guarantee for first 40 hours

• Enhanced flat-rate multiplier on flag hours above 40

• Priority access to complex / high-skill jobs

Performance Expectation

• Minimal to zero comebacks

• High efficiency without sacrificing quality

• Leadership through example

Shop Anchor / Technical Leader

Scope

• Most complex structural repairs

• Oversight of repair quality

• Assists with repair strategy and problem-solving

• Informal mentorship role

Requirements

• Platinum-level habits

• Deep OEM procedure knowledge

• Trusted by management and peers

Pay Structure

• Hourly guarantee for first 40 hours

• Top-tier flat-rate multiplier

• Eligible for additional leadership incentives (where applicable)

• Flat-rate hours are paid only on repairs completed to shop and OEM standards

• Rework due to workmanship may result in:

  • Chargeback of affected flag hours

  • Temporary tier review if recurring

• Expectations are clear and applied consistently

• Skill tier reviews occur periodically, not annually by default

• Advancement is based on:

  • Quality

  • Consistency

  • Independence

  • Team contribution

• Time served does not guarantee tier movement — performance does