16 Jun What’s an Auto Body Repair Technician?
What Is An Auto Body Technician?
Most people don’t take on the task of repairing their vehicle themselves. Whether it’s due to a lack of expertise or time; tackling a collision repair project at home is extremely difficult. So, in most cases drivers trust collision centers to deal with repairs. Working with a professional auto body technician can save you time, money, and stress. But with countless collision repair shops around the country, how do you know which one to trust? Knowing where to take your damaged vehicle can be a challenge.
That said, what is an auto body technician and what does an auto body technician do? Glenoaks Collision Center is here to make sure you are informed about what actually happens at a collision center when you drop your car off.
What is an auto body technician?
An auto body tech is someone who is responsible for having the skill-set and knowledge required to repair bodywork damage to a vehicle that has been in an accident. Technicians assess the damage, order replacement parts, and repair the damage. Sometimes, techs are also responsible for creating repair estimates, working with insurance companies, and even auto painting. In instances like that, the body shop tech works to determine whether a car should be repaired or totaled. It’s not uncommon for a a vehicle to be considered a total loss. Glenoaks Collision Center technicians are all certified and trained with strict guidelines. Every vehicle we repair gets a thorough inspection and repair process, using only genuine OEM replacement parts.
Summary of Responsibilities
- Examining and inspecting damage on vehicles
- Giving estimates for repairs
- Ordering parts needed to complete repairs
- Repairing auto damage and installing parts
- Painting and finishing the vehicle
Glenoaks Collision Center provides high-quality service service and repairs that vehicle owners demand. Our in-house team of body shop techs deliver a complimentary detail with every vehicle repair. Don’t want to pay out of pocket? No problem! We also work with some of the best insurance companies in the industry. Our priority is and always has been the relationships we build with out clients.