Collision Center Manager

Overview

Join our dynamic collision repair leadership team as a Collision Center Manager. The ideal candidate must have several years of Collision Center experience in a leadership role. We are looking for an energetic leader passionate about automotive excellence and operational efficiency.

Why work at Vara?

• Annual compensation average $50,000 to $130,000


• Positive professional work environment


• Company covers 75% Medical Insurance


• Paid vacation


• Sick leave


• Closed Sundays


• Five-day work week


• 401K with employer match


• Opportunities for advancement


• Comprehensive paid training program with one-on-one peer training


• Employee vehicle purchase program


• 15 days of vacation offered for tenured team members

Duties

• Manage all aspects of the collision repair process, including estimating, repair planning, and quality control to ensure timely and precise vehicle restoration


• Supervise technicians and support staff and have a daily work schedule for all personnel to maximize work flow


• Oversee the use of hand tools, power tools, and technical equipment while maintaining strict adherence to safety regulations and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) protocols


• Coordinate with clients to communicate repair progress, explain technical details clearly, and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction


• Monitor shop productivity


• Ensure compliance with safety standards and environmental regulations within the collision repair shop environment

Skills

• Proven collision center experience with a strong background in automotive body refinishing, auto painting, and auto restoration


• Mechanical knowledge of vehicle systems, auto repair procedures, and defect resolution techniques


• Skilled in using hand tools, power tools, computer-aided vehicle damage estimating software, and other technical equipment


• Familiarity with automotive materials such as paints, aluminum panels, metals for fabrication, auto glass installation, and heavy lifting techniques


• Ability to perform detailed damage assessments and root cause analysis to improve repair quality


• Strong client communication skills with a focus on transparency and professionalism


• Knowledge of safety regulations related to collision shop operations and PPE use; ability to enforce safety protocols consistently

Requirements

• Professional communication skills with customers and team members


• Professional, well-groomed personal appearance


• Clean driving record with a valid non-suspended driver’s license


• Background check and drug screen


• Bilingual strongly recommended


• High School diploma or equivalent


• Excellent oral and written communication skills


• Pre-employment screening: background check, clean driving record, valid non-suspended driver's license and drug testing

Join us as a Collision Center Manager where your leadership will shape a team committed to excellence! Your expertise will help us deliver top-tier vehicle repairs while fostering a safe and motivating work environment. If you thrive in fast-paced settings that challenge your technical skills and leadership abilities—this is the opportunity for you!