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Part of the 553 crew outside the shop with a green 1968 Dodge Charger
Who we are

The 553 crew

We feel lucky to support our families doing what we love, and it never gets old seeing a customer's face when the work beats what they expected.

The highest quality work, with a date you can count on

Our mission at 553 Auto Body and Super Car Restoration is the highest quality of work with a guaranteed date of completion.

We use only the best parts, materials and equipment available on both collision repairs and restorations. Everyone here is a lifelong learner who keeps up with new products and procedures, and the shop's culture of teamwork and training comes straight from Jamie, who opened it in 2014.

Meet the team that makes it all happen

Jamie, Owner and CEO

Jamie

Owner and CEO

Opened 553 Auto Body and Super Car Restoration in 2014 after years in other shops. Associate's in Automotive and Collision Repair, I-CAR Platinum estimator, and the reason the whole shop trains as a team.

Dream car: 1970 Camaro Z28
Joe, Fabricator

Joe

Fabricator

Opened the shop with Jamie in 2014. Associate's in Automotive Technology from Vale Tech, 48 years in the industry, Platinum structural tech.

Dream car: 1968 Plymouth Roadrunner Hellcat
Brock, General Manager

Brock

General Manager

A certified public accountant and Purchase Line graduate who brings the business side to the shop.

Dream car: Big Foot monster truck
Ginna, Operations Manager

Ginna

Operations Manager

On the customer service team since 2019. Licensed estimator, I-CAR Pro Level 1 estimator, Mount Aloysius and Cambria-Rowe graduate.

Dream car: 1959 El Camino Big Block
Cammie, Office Administrator

Cammie

Office Administrator

Six years in auto sales before collision. West Shamokin graduate. Her dad used to own the Mustang she dreams about.

Dream car: 1968 Mustang in candy apple red
Shawn C., Floor Supervisor

Shawn C.

Floor Supervisor

With 553 since 2015 and 32 years as a mechanic and body tech. Platinum non-structural tech, Purchase Line and Vale Tech graduate.

Dream car: 1968 Ford Bronco
Shawn J., Restoration Supervisor

Shawn J.

Restoration Supervisor

Joined in 2018 with 15 years in auto body. Indiana Career and Technology Center and WyoTech graduate.

Dream car: 1971 Mustang Mach 1
Brian, Parts Manager

Brian

Parts Manager

35 years in collision repair, Master ASE technician and a former refinish and collision instructor at WyoTech.

Dream car: 2018 Dodge Challenger Hellephant
Scooter, Restoration Technician

Scooter

Restoration Technician

37 years in the industry and with the team since 2015. Platinum-level refinish tech.

Dream car: 2024 Dodge Challenger RT
James, Restoration Technician

James

Restoration Technician

Eight years in the industry and several I-CAR certifications. Penns Manor and Indiana County Technology Center graduate.

Dream car: 1976 Chevy crew cab or a 1964 Nova
Brew, Fabricator

Brew

Fabricator

16 years at his craft and with 553 since 2021. WyoTech graduate and I-CAR Pro Level 1 structural tech.

Dream car: 2000 Acura NSX
Greg, Auto Body Tech

Greg

Auto Body Tech

41 years of experience, with the team since 2022. Laurel Valley graduate.

Dream car: 1958 Chevy Impala
Aaron, Body Technician

Aaron

Body Technician

Ten years in automotive repair, Marion Center graduate, Indiana County Technology Center collision program, state inspection license.

Dream car: 1938 Ford pickup
Russ, Body Technician

Russ

Body Technician

Grew up taking vehicles apart with his brother and dad. Penns Manor graduate with NIMS and SkillsUSA certifications.

Dream car: GMC Sierra 2500 AT4
Austin, Painter

Austin

Painter

In auto body since 2022. Indiana Career and Technology Center graduate.

Dream car: 1968 Dodge Dart LO
Jared, Painter

Jared

Painter

With 553 since 2021. United and Indiana Career and Technology Center graduate, I-CAR Pro Level 1 refinish tech.

Dream car: Lifted 1972 Chevy K20
Richard, Mechanic

Richard

Mechanic

33 years as a mechanic. Purchase Line and Vale Tech graduate.

Dream car: 1965 Plymouth Belvedere
Ian L., Apprentice

Ian L.

Apprentice

Joined as an apprentice in 2024. United and Indiana County Technology Center graduate.

Dream car: 2001 Nissan Silvia

Giving back to the towns that made us

It matters to us to give back to the communities that made this business a success.

We're proud members of the Indiana PA Rotary Club, the Eastern Westmoreland Career and Technology Center advisory committee and the Indiana County Chamber of Commerce.

We sponsor or support

Careers

Have a passion for auto body?

Seasoned pro or brand new to the trade, if you have a good attitude and want to learn, we'd like to talk to you.

The shop runs on training, guidance and working together for the best result, and you'd get to work alongside some of the best on some amazing cars.

Two 553 technicians working together on a car body
The 553 shop floor with several technicians at work
Competitive wages
Profit sharing
Paid training
Company-sponsored health insurance
IRA matching
Generous vacation time

Detailer and Parts Assistant

Clymer, full time Confirm still open