Collision Technician

Arnie Bauer Buick Gmc Cadillac

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Chicago Heights, Illinois, US on site Until 8/21/2026 0+ years exp First posted May 27, 2026 Last posted May 27, 2026
Job description

Arnie Bauer Buick GMC Cadillac has been in business for over 80 years. We are committed to meeting the needs of our customers and community with our full selection of new and used cars, trucks, and SUVs, as well as our parts and service center. Our Chicagoland customers in search of better prices from a regional Chicago GMC, Buick or Cadillac dealership will find the best deals around at Arnie Bauer.

 

Job Summary

 

We are seeking a Certified Collision Technician to join our growing team! The right candidate will have past dealership experience and a strong background in collision centers. The day-to-day duties of this role include repairing damaged parts, communicating with the parts department to obtain necessary parts, and documenting all repairs performed.

 

 

Benefits

  • Competitive Benefits Package for full-time employees 

  • Additional Coverage Options – including accident, cancer, and disability insurance

  • 401(k) after 1 year of employment

  • GM Employee Pricing on new car

  • Closed on Sundays

 

 Responsibilities

  • Determine and repair damaged parts 

  • Communicate status of repairs clearly to body shop manager

  • Communicate with parts department to obtain necessary parts

  • Document all repairs performed

  • Document all materials used

  • Maintain work area in a clean and orderly manner

  • Follow all company safety procedures 

  • Understand and follow federal, state, and local regulations such as the disposal of hazardous waste

 

 Qualifications

  • Previous experience in a dealership is a plus

  • ASE Certification is a plus

  • I-CAR Certification is a plus
  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Past dealership experience required

  • Past collision center experience is required as well

  • Completion of vocational program preferred, but not required

  • Able to work in fast-paced environment

  • Strong communication and organizational skills

  • Clean driving record & valid driver’s license

 

Arnie Bauer is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

About this role

Summary

Repair damaged vehicle parts, communicate with parts and management, document repairs and materials.

Job title

Collision Technician

Experience level

past dealership experience and collision center experience required

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

automotive

Location requirements

must be in Chicago Heights, IL, no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

dealership experiencecollision center experiencehigh school diplomaclean driving recordvalid driver’s license

Preferred skills

ASE CertificationI-CAR Certificationvocational training

Specializations

collision repairbodyworkauto parts
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Chicago Heights, IL, USA

On-site City