How to hire a metal technician

How to hire a metal technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step metal technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a metal technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new metal technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the metal technician you need to hire. Certain metal technician roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   A metal technician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, metal technicians from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of metal technicians and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Metal Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Metal Technician	Sheet metal workers fabricate or install products that are made from thin metal sheets, such as ducts used in heating and air conditioning systems.	$12-21
   Gutter Installer	A gutter installer does the basic installation of gutters, inspects, and repairs them. An installer isn't afraid of enclosed spaces and, if need be, is comfortable making use of a ladder... Show more	$12-21
   Sheet Metal Installer	A sheet metal installer provides equipment required for building maintenance. They also prepare sheet metals by measuring and marking them... Show more	$14-26

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Hand Tools
   • CNC
   • Engineering Drawings
   • Ladders
   • Aluminum
   • Grinders
   • MIG
   • Stainless Steel
   • Safety Procedures
   • Hazardous Waste
   • GMAW
   • Torches
   • Aircraft Components
   • USAF

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Team invest to achieve goal; CNC programme and fabricate nacelle center beam splice.
   • Repair multiple flight line ladders; replace and weld damaged areas.
   • Operate oxy acetylene torches for soldering, silver soldering, brazing, cutting and welding.
   • Operate overhead crane magnet, pneumatic hammers, furnace, scales, mig welder, acetylene torch.
   • Provide remelting/metal crafting services, including aluminum, magnesium and zinc.
   • Compose written reports of data collect from patient evaluation and present to department chief for thorough analysis of patient diagnosis.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your metal technician job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A metal technician salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, metal technicians' average salary in alabama is 50% less than in massachusetts.
   • Seniority. Entry-level metal technicians earn 40% less than senior-level metal technicians.
   • Certifications. A metal technician with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a metal technician's salary.

   Average metal technician salary

   $35,641yearly

   $17.14 hourly rate

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   Entry-level metal technician salary

   $27,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

4. Writing a metal technician job description

   A good metal technician job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a metal technician job description:

   Metal technician job description example

   Our Team Members Drive Us! Gerber Collision & Glass is one of the largest collision repair companies in North America. With $2+ billion in sales, over 800 locations and growing, our 10,000+ team members across the United States and Canada are passionate about delivering our goal to WOW Every Customer and Be the Best!

   We invite you to join our team. Gerber offers a great place to launch and grow careers. As we continue to grow, we have endless opportunities for you to grow with us.

   Gerber Collision & Glass recognizes, values and welcomes all applicants with unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans.

   Position Overview

   If you are an experienced Auto Body Technician that is looking for your next opportunity, Gerber offers you a stable work environment, paid training and the high performance equipment you need to be successful. Auto Body Technicians make safe, quality automotive repairs happen by completing a thorough repair plan for each vehicle, ensuring we follow all OEM/Industry Standard Guidelines. Gerber's process, called the WOW Operating Way, will help improve your productivity, reduce stress and provide you with a more consistent paycheck.

   Job Responsibilities

   • Participate in developing a proper repair plan for each vehicle

   • Thoroughly disassemble, repair, and reassemble each vehicle

   • Repair collision damaged vehicles according to OEM specifications and company standards, including Alldata, I-CAR, and the WOW Operating Way

   • Attend/collaborate with team during daily production meetings

   • Stay up to date with required I-Car and Company Safety Training

   • Other duties as assigned

   Position Qualifications

   • 2-5+ years of collision repair experience

   • Ability to demonstrate and properly complete light to heavy repairs

   • Deliver high quality work

   • Manage all vehicles assigned

   • I-CAR or ASE Certifications are a bonus

   Benefits That Drive Your Success

   Gerber offers the comprehensive benefits you expect from an industry leader, including:

   • Competitive Pay Plans

   • Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance effective your first day

   • 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

   • Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance

   • Paid Vacation & Holidays

   • Continuing Education Opportunities

   Gerber Collision & Glass is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status, or any other consideration, prohibited by law or by contract.

   About Us

   Gerber Collision & Glass has been WOWing customers with our collision repair services for over 80 years. Please visit gerbercareers.com to learn more about our company.

   Keywords

   Automotive, growth, advancement, collision repair, collision center, auto body, autobody, body shop, I-CAR, ICAR, dent repair, PDR, paintless, bodyman, body man, body tech, bodytech, auto body tech, auto tech, collision tech, collision technician, dealership, apprentice, ASE, body shop, bodyshop, weld, welding, welder, frame tech

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right metal technician for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your metal technician job on Zippia to find and recruit metal technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit metal technicians, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new metal technician

   Once you have selected a candidate for the metal technician position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new metal technician first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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