Independent Contractor – Collision Center Auditor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Conduct audits to verify adherence to Training, Facility, Repair Procedures, and Tool / Equipment specifications.

• Record observations, create a plan for improvement, and collaborate with centers on mutually agreed next steps to achieve certification.

• If you possess a training background, provide live training sessions to collision center and dealer staff on various collision and safety-related topics.

⛳️ Requirements

• Background in the collision center and/or mechanical service center industry; experience in collision center management; independent insurance appraisals; or a solid understanding of automotive collision, parts, and service operations.

• Time spent delivering live or onsite training is a definite PLUS+.

• Technical automotive knowledge or education.

• Exceptional accuracy in both verbal and written communication.

• Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and influencing abilities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office software applications.

• High level of empathy with the capability to engage with individuals at all levels within a collision center or dealership.

• Excellent self-management skills and motivation.

• Strong communication, presentation, and analytical capabilities.

• Relevant professional experience coupled with strong social and interpersonal skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• As this position is classified as an INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR role initially, benefits are not provided.

• Nevertheless, DEKRA has a longstanding tradition of transitioning independent contractors to full-time employees based on business growth and alignment with your career aspirations.