Careers at Kraftsman Auto Body
Kraftsman Auto Body has been serving West Hawaii since 1982. If you're interested in joining our team, here are the benefits:
- We offer competitive pay.
- Employees can benefit from our profit-sharing program.
- Enjoy paid medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision packages.
- Take advantage of paid time off.
- Celebrate paid holidays.
- Join our apprenticeship program.
- Access continued education through I-CAR and ASE training and certificates.
- Explore opportunities for advancement within the company.
Kraftsman Auto Body is an equal-opportunity employer. Are you interested in this job? Please apply.
Front Office Staff
- Kraftsman Auto Body is seeking office staff to manage day-to-day administrative tasks and ensure smooth office operations efficiently
- In this role, you will handle phone inquiries, schedule appointments & follow up with customers
- Respond to phone calls and interact with customers and insurance agents/companies professionally and courteously
- Schedule appointments for vehicle estimates and repairs.
- Maintain and organize records, files, and customer information, along with managing invoices and inventory
- Assist with basic accounting tasks, such as invoicing and payment processing
- Manage office supplies and ensure adequate inventory is maintained
- Keep the office and reception area clean and presentable at all times
- Support marketing efforts by managing social media accounts and distributing promotional materials
- Provide information to potential customers and generate leads to support sales efforts
Production Manager Apprentice
- Assist in the planning of a production schedule.
- Ensure the production will be cost-effective by estimating costs and negotiating and agreeing on budgets with clients and managers.
- Monitor the production processes and adjust schedules as needed.
- Monitor productivity rates and product standards and implement quality control programs.
- Ensure that employees always follow health and safety guidelines.
- Ensure the completion of customer orders on time, within budget, and meeting quality standards and targets.
- Supervise and motivate a team of workers.
Auto Body Technician
- Auto body technicians perform safe, quality repairs to restore vehicles to their pre-accident state, factory specifications, and customer satisfaction.
- Disassemble damaged vehicles and assess whether the components require attention, repair, or replacement.
- Perform all body repairs to company and I-CAR standards. Reassemble each vehicle.
- Other auto body work duties were assigned as assigned.
- Your attention to detail makes you an asset to the team, as you ensure repairs are completed on time and deliver top-notch work to delight our customers.
- The auto body technician will also complete any other duties as assigned.
Auto Body Paint Technician
- Remove all previous paint coats and layers using appropriate chemicals and solvents.
- Prepare surfaces for new paint application using manual and power sanding tools.
- Mix paint to match the manufacturer's color specifications.
- The auto body paint technician applies paint to car exteriors using spray guns.
- Follow and maintain dealership quality standards.
- Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal equipment, including a respirator, as the equipment manufacturer recommends.
- The individual complies with all laws and regulations regarding paint, thinners, and other hazardous materials.
- Cooperates with and assists other personnel in the painting and preparation of vehicles.
- The auto body paint technician will also complete any other duties as assigned.
Damage Appraiser
- The damage appraiser serves as the customer's primary point of contact throughout the repair process, from the point of drop-off through the delivery of the completed vehicle.
- The damage appraiser prepares estimates for customers and or insurance partners according to the manufacturer and Kraftsman Auto Body guidelines.
- The damage appraiser prepares estimates for customers and or insurance partners according to the manufacturer and Kraftsman Auto Body guidelines.
- Maintains communication with customers, providing updates on the repair process.
- Perform quality inspection before vehicle delivery to the customer.
- The damage appraiser will also complete any other duties as assigned.
Detailer
- We are looking for a highly motivated, dependable team player with an eye for detail to join our team.
- Washing exterior and interior of vehicles
- Detailers run errands and pick up automotive parts.
- Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
- Must be able to drive both automatic and manual transmissions.
- Detailer is an entry-level position that can lead to an exciting, rewarding career with endless opportunities in the thriving auto collision industry. If you are interested in getting paid while you learn a valuable trade while you work alongside skilled tradespeople, apply today!
- The detailer will also complete any other duties as assigned.
Your dream career awaits!