Rochester Collision Center - Technician Jobs in Rochester, MN

The shop is heated.

We have two collision centers, each with its own unique team structure. At one center, we embrace a fully team-based approach, where we have dedicated teams for disassembly, reassembly, body work and painting. This collaborative setup allows us to streamline processes and ensure efficient workflow by leveraging the collective expertise of each of them. Conversely, in our other collision center, we follow a more traditional structure with a focus on individual roles and responsibilities. While teamwork is still essential, the emphasis is placed on individual contributions within the process.

The shop is open Monday through Friday 7:00AM to 5:30PM

All specialty tools are provided, some of the tools that we have are two resistance spot welders,"GYS and Pro Spot", two frame racks with chief measuring system," Flat rack and Chief Impulse tilt and lower", Aluminum repair station,"Pro Spot", Glue Pull system," Keco", Aluminum/Braze welder," Muliti mig 522", Mig Welders," three Millers" and much more.

We have a fully equipped break room with TV, pizza oven, microwaves, fridge. We also have access to fully stocked vending machines.

We have 47 bays

We average 230 repair orders per month

We have nearly 5 million in on hand parts inventory, parts are also sourced locally, and ordered from the OE as needed.

Vehicles in the shop require a repair order for insurance purposes. The policy at Rochester Motor Cars is that technicians are authorized to work on vehicles that belong to their immediate family, outside of business hours.

We have a great team that works well together. We are always looking for new tools and opportunities to make the environment/workflow better for everyone.

Each of our locations offer continuous education and training through dedicated trainers, shop foreman and manufactures training.

Rochester Motor Cars is the biggest dealer group in southeastern Minnesota with over 500 employees. This provides many opportunities for growth within our growing dealer group.

All employees will participate in the performance review process at intervals appropriate to the position and length of employment. Each employee is encouraged to inquire about his/her performance from time to time, accept additional responsibilities, show initiative, and review opportunities for advancement within the department of the employee’s job classification.

There are four I-Car classes that need to be taken prior, They are Workplace Safety, Working safely around hazardous materials, Hazardous Airborne Pollutants, Hazardous Waste Disposal. We also will have you take a "FIT" test to ensure your respirator size and fitment.

At Rochester Motor Cars each location offers a rigorous technician training program. The purpose of our training program is to develop and grow new technicians within our company. Training program selectees are developed from our express operation as part of our ongoing growth and development process. The program runs 50 weeks with a dedicated trainer to ensure each candidates success in our training program. After each 10 week period, a review will be held to discuss your successes as well as areas for improvement. Each trainee will function as a full time technician with support from their dedicated trainer.

One of our greatest rewards for being upfront and honest with our customers, and for striving to be the best in the business at serving our customers, is just how well that has been received. Our valued customers have become advocates for us. They continue to return to us, and trust us with their friends and family members. They have put us in a great position, one where we are privileged to be able to give back to our community. We strive to make connections with organizations that are Doing Good in our communities. We partner with them to make a Difference in the future of our community and our fellow citizens. What we do here at Rochester Motor Cars goes far beyond just selling a car, truck or service and tires. It's the platform that allows us to help make our community a better place to be. We are fortunate to have a staff that rallies around this goal. They truly want to be remembered for more than just being someone working at some car dealership. They truly care about their communities, and want to make a Difference.

We actively work with the team at Rochester Community and Technical College. We also work with the Rochester School District and their internship program. We enjoy helping students learn about the automotive industry and what it has to offer as a career.

After submitting your resume and completing our short hiring survey, you can expect an initial contact via phone or text message. At that time, we may have a few simple questions to ensure we have the potential to be a good fit for each other prior to scheduling an in person interview.

Our in-person interview typically consists of a sit down interaction with you and the hiring Manager. As strong team work is part of our culture, we will often invite other members of our leadership team to be involved in the process. During the interview we will typically discuss your work history, education, skills, abilities, and goals. We conclude our interviews with a facility tour.

We complete background checks for all candidates. Drug screening requirements are completed per Federal and State guidelines.

We do not perform a skill assessment in-person however we do assess education and certifications.

After the interview concludes, our Hiring Manager will discuss a time frame regarding the next steps of the process. We typically look to communicate again within 24 to 48 hours.

Building a strong team is important to us and we try to move quickly with qualified candidates. Depending on the timing of the in-person interview, you can expect the process to take 3-7 days.

Come prepared to put your best foot forward and be prepared to show us why you would be a good fit for our team. We look forward to getting to know you.

There is no earning potential cap for A level flat rate technicians. The A level technician compensation structure is based off of a flat rate system. The base rate is increased with tenure, skill set assessment and certifications at your annual performance review. The review process is hosted by the Collision manager and Assistant Manager with the individual technician. Paid OEM/I-CAR training.

There is no earning potential cap for B level flat rate technicians. The B level technician compensation structure is based off of a flat rate system. The base rate is increased with tenure, skill set assessment and certifications at your annual performance review. The review process is hosted by the Collision manager and Assistant Manager with the individual technician. Paid OEM/I-CAR training.

There is no earning potential cap for Collision Painter flat rate technicians. The Collision Painter compensation structure is based off of a team flat rate system. The base rate is increased with tenure, skill set assessment and certifications at your annual performance review. The review process is hosted by the Collision manager and Assistant Manager with the individual technician. Paid OEM/I-CAR training.

The Collision Prepper compensation structure is an hourly. Technicians are also eligible for a bonus based off of hours produced through the paint department. Paid OEM/I-CAR training.