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!