auto body technician
The technician is responsible for estimating repair costs, repairing and replacing body components, and performing painting and sanding tasks. They must also straighten bent frames and ensure vehicles are properly handled through test drives.
- On-site
- Vancouver, BC
- Posted Apr 12, 2026
- Apply by Aug 29, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Overview Languages English Education Other trades certificate or diploma Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities Tasks Estimate repair cost based on damage examination report Inspect repaired vehicles Plan repair work to be performed Test drive vehicles for proper handling Clean and maintain work space Replace front end components, body components, doors and frame and underbody components File, grind and sand body surfaces to be repaired Mask and tape auto body surfaces in preparation for painting Hammer out dents, buckles and defects using blocks and hammers Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills and bolt or weld replacement parts into place Apply primers and repaint surfaces Repair or replace interior components Repair or replace damaged windows, windshields and sunroofs Mix paint, blend and match colors Operate soldering equipment or use plastic filler to fill holes, dents and seams Straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring equipment Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Auto Body Repairer Trade Certification Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Health care plan
What you’ll do
The technician is responsible for estimating repair costs, repairing and replacing body components, and performing painting and sanding tasks. They must also straighten bent frames and ensure vehicles are properly handled through test drives.
Requirements
Candidates must have 2 to 3 years of experience and a trade certificate or diploma. An Auto Body Repairer Trade Certification is required for the role.
Benefits
• Health benefits • Dental plan • Health care plan
Other relevant skills
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- Damage Examination
- Vehicle Inspection
- Body Component Replacement
- Sanding and Grinding
- Painting and Priming
- Dent Repair
- Welding
- Interior Component Repair
- Glass Replacement
- Paint Mixing
- Soldering
- Frame Straightening
Job areas
- Trades
- Manufacturing
- Transportation
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 29, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level