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How much do hail pdr jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for hail pdr in the United States is $80,630.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,000.00 and $98,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical workday look like for a Hail PDR Technician?

As a Hail PDR Technician, your day typically involves assessing hail-damaged vehicles, determining repair strategies, and performing paintless dent removal using specialized tools. You may work in automotive body shops, dealerships, or travel to locations affected by storms, often collaborating with estimators, service managers, and other repair technicians. The work requires a mix of hands-on repair, customer interaction, and occasional documentation or reporting of completed jobs. The pace can be fast during peak hail seasons, providing both steady work and opportunities to hone your craft. Teamwork, adaptability, and a commitment to quality are important throughout the day.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Hail Pdr position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Hail PDR (Paintless Dent Repair) Technician, you need strong mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity, and experience with automotive bodywork. Familiarity with specialized PDR tools such as dent removal rods, glue pulling systems, and the use of LED or fluorescent lights is essential, and certifications from organizations like Vale or NAPDRT can be advantageous. Excellent attention to detail, patience, and effective communication with customers and team members set top performers apart. These skills ensure high-quality repairs, customer satisfaction, and the ability to efficiently restore vehicles after hail damage.

What is a Hail PDR job?

A Hail PDR (Paintless Dent Repair) job involves repairing vehicle dents and dings caused by hail without the need for painting or traditional bodywork. Technicians use specialized tools to gently massage dents out from the underside of the panel, preserving the original paint finish. This method is cost-effective, efficient, and helps maintain the vehicle’s resale value. Hail PDR specialists often work seasonally in areas affected by hailstorms, traveling to different locations as needed.

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Infographic showing various Hail Pdr job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, and 9% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $80,630 per year, or $38.8 per hour.
Automotive PDR Technician

Automotive PDR Technician

XCITE AUTOMOTIVE

Hardeeville, SC • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Xcite Automotive rating

4.2

Company rating: 4.2 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

242nd of 245 rated software companies

Job description

Xcite Automotive is seeking an experienced Automotive Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) Technician to support our partner dealerships in Hardeeville,SC.

Job Description: This is a hands-on, production-driven role embedded within a dealership environment, focused on OEM-quality dent removal without paint or refinishing. The Ideal candidate brings 3–5 years of professional PDR experience, thrives in high-volume dealership operations, and consistently delivers precision repairs on customer and inventory vehicles.

Compensation is competitive and based on experience, skill level, and demonstrated PDR expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform high-quality paintless dent repair (PDR) on customer and dealership inventory vehicles
  • Repair door dings, creases, bodyline dents, minor collision dents, and hail damage without paint or fillers
  • Accurately assess vehicle damage and determine appropriate PDR repair methods
  • Maintain OEM and dealership quality standards for appearance, safety, and finish
  • Document completed repairs, time billed, and work performed in accordance with dealership processes
  • Work closely with service managers, reconditioning teams, and detail departments to meet turnaround timelines
  • Maintain and properly use PDR tools, lighting systems, and equipment

Required Qualifications:

  • 3–5 years of hands-on professional PDR experience (dealership or high-volume environment required)
  • Proven experience with hail damage repair and complex dent removal
  • Advanced proficiency with PDR rods, glue pulling, knockdowns, blending techniques, and reflection lighting
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, production-focused setting without sacrificing quality
  • Strong attention to detail with a commitment to precision repairs
  • Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate with dealership staff and managers

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience performing complex bodyline and oversized dent repairs
  • Proven success in hail catastrophe or storm restoration environments
  • Experience working with aluminum and high-strength steel panels
  • Ability to produce accurate repair assessments and internal estimates
  • Familiarity with dealership management systems (DMS) or repair documentation processes
  • Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed daily production targets
  • Mobile PDR or route-based dealership servicing experience
  • I-CAR or other industry-related training (PDR-focused)

Beneficial Types of Previous Experience:

  • Proven experience with hail damage repair, dent/crease removal, glue pulling, and light reflection techniques.
  • Prior work in dealership service or reconditioning departments,
  • Exposure to collision repair or body shop environments (without painting/refinishing), including damage assessment and repair estimates.
  • Experience supporting fleet, rental car, or auction vehicles

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive hourly/salary pay, based on experience.
  • Full-time position with opportunity for overtime.
  • Benefits package may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.
  • Career growth opportunities within our expanding automotive reconditioning team.

Apply today to start your career in Xcite Automotive! #INDAUTO3 

Company Description:: Xcite Automotive is a fast-growing automotive service and a software-based company that helps dealers get vehicles frontline-ready quickly and efficiently. Since 2007, Xcite Automotive has been on a mission to make the automotive industry faster, more innovative, and more profitable. Over 1,300 automobile dealers nationwide rely on Xcite’s team of 1000+ employees to provide on-site vehicle marketing and reconditioning solutions.

Additional Information::Xcite Automotive provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or orientation. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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