Auto Body and Collision Technician

Job summary

Plan repair work, test-drive vehicles to confirm proper handling, and maintain a clean workspace. Repair or replace body, frame, underbody, door, and interior components, including preparing surfaces and installing replacement parts by bolting or welding.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Other trades certificate or diploma or equivalent experience Experience 3 years to less than 5 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work site environment Dusty Noisy Work setting Willing to relocate Responsibilities Tasks Plan repair work to be performed Professionalism in customer service 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 Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills and bolt or weld replacement parts into place Repair or replace interior components Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Auto Body Repairer Trade Certification Experience and specialization Area of work experience Body components Doors and frame Frame straightening Interior components Underbody components Welding Additional information Transportation/travel information Valid driver's licence Public transportation is available Work conditions and physical capabilities Physically demanding Attention to detail Bending, crouching, kneeling Standing for extended periods Own tools/equipment Tools Steel-toed safety boots Mask Personal suitability Accurate Dependability Excellent written communication Flexibility Initiative Judgement Reliability Team player Benefits Health benefits Health care plan Financial benefits Group insurance benefits Life insurance Other Benefits Free parking available Learning/training paid by employer Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for Indigenous people Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations Support for mature workers Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.) Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example: adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.)

What you’ll do

Plan repair work, test-drive vehicles to confirm proper handling, and maintain a clean workspace. Repair or replace body, frame, underbody, door, and interior components, including preparing surfaces and installing replacement parts by bolting or welding.

Requirements

The role requires 3 to less than 5 years of experience and an Auto Body Repairer Trade Certification or equivalent relevant training and experience. Candidates need a valid driver's licence, their own tools and specified safety equipment, and the physical ability to perform demanding work that involves bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan • Group Insurance Benefits • Life Insurance • Free Parking • Employer-Paid Learning and Training

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Auto Body Repair
• Collision Repair
• Body Component Replacement
• Frame Straightening
• Welding
• Surface Filing, Grinding, and Sanding
• Masking and Taping
• Interior Component Repair
• Vehicle Testing and Handling
• Customer Service
• Attention to Detail
• Written Communication
• Dependability
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Trades
• Transportation
• Manufacturing