Employment Opportunities

We Are Searching For New Team Members!

Are you currently in the market for a new and exciting career in the automotive industry? Are you interested in joining an organization that always values all team members? The staff at your local BMW dealer is happy to announce that we have current openings for a variety of positions! We are always on the lookout for knowledgeable, enthusiastic, driven, and committed individuals to become members of the Karl Knauz BMW professional team to enliven the driving experiences of every customer. Job openings can be found within the sales and service departments, as well as our body shop. The mission at your BMW dealer near Chicago is clear: we want to provide a thorough and enjoyable shopping experience 100 percent of the time. We desire prospects who share the same vision, and that's where YOU come in!

Experienced Body Technician

About us

Knauz Automotive Group is a family owned company for 90+ years business in Lake Bluff, IL.

Our work environment includes:

• Growth opportunities
• Safe work environment
• Company perks

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Auto Body Technician to join our team. As an Auto Body Technician, you will be responsible for repairing and restoring damaged vehicles to their original condition. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.

Duties:

- Perform auto body repairs and restoration on various vehicles

- Remove damaged parts and panels, and repair or replace them as necessary

- Straighten bent frames and unibodies using specialized equipment

- Weld and solder damaged metal parts

- Apply fillers, primers, and paint to repaired areas

- Assemble and install repaired parts onto vehicles

- Utilize power tools and other equipment to complete repairs

- Inspect completed work for quality assurance

Qualifications:

- Five years experience as an Auto Body Technician

- Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of automotive systems

- Proficient in sheet metal work and welding techniques

- Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks

- Familiarity with auto restoration processes is a plus

- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

- Ability to work independently or as part of a team

- Prior experience with auto estimating software is preferred

- Previous luxury dealership experience is a plus

- Strong customer service skills

Why Join Your Local BMW Dealer?

So why should you apply for a position at Karl Knauz BMW? For starters, we are always striving to cultivate an efficient, transparent, and courteous environment in our dealership, an environment geared toward rewarding the curious and fostered with equity in mind. We also treat every employee like they are a family member, along with generous benefits and compensation*. Our team will be happy to tell you more about any pre-interview requirements that you will need to complete beforehand*. We urge you to fill out the form below if working at your local BMW dealer sounds appealing, and a staff member will be in contact when possible. Begin an exciting career in the world of automobiles by joining the team at Karl Knauz BMW!

*Contact dealer for more details.