Refinishing Technician

We are currently seeking an Automotive Refinishing Technician to join the Craftsman Collision team! We offer competitive flat rate wages at 100% full sheet, ranging from $24 to $30 flat rate for paint hours plus up to an additional $3/h in production bonuses. We are well known in the industry, with an excellent reputation, leading to busy shops with plenty of available production hours for our technicians. Craftsman Collision is the largest independently owned and operated auto body repair chain in Canada – but we’re also a family that cares about the people we work with. Are you ready to reach your full potential and build a fulfilling career- while having fun along the way? Then consider joining our team of more than 600 ambitious people who share our commitment to excellence. Responsibilities include: * Preparing surfaces for painting by spot filling, sanding and masking; * Matches colors and mixes paints * Applies primers, primer surfaces, sealers, base coats, single-stage and clear coats in accordance with manufacturers OEM specifications; * Documents in progress repairs, including photo documentation; * Inspects vehicles for flaws after baking and corrects; * Inspects repaired panels and bodywork to meet quality standards; * Cleans and polishes painted surfaces and imperfections to meet Craftsman standards; * Ensures quality control hand off to Autobody Technician is completed; * Contributes to material usage tracking and consumption. Requirements * Red Seal certified or equivalent experience * Passion for vehicle repair * Willing to do light body work * Strong verbal and listening skills * Takes pride in one’s work and work performance * Strives to improve and maintain skills * Has a positive, can do attitude * Approaches problems as opportunities * Willingness to be part of an exceptional team environment focused on a shared goal * Ability and willingness to learn new software/online applications * Must have a valid class 5 driver's license with a clean driver’s abstract over the last 3 years * Must be legally entitled to work in Canada with no restrictions. Benefits Valuable perks like: * Competitive wages * Production bonus incentives of up to an additional 3$ per hour. * Extended health & dental coverage * Professional development * Certified training and more Thank you for your interest in Craftsman Collision!

The Refinishing Technician is responsible for preparing vehicle surfaces, mixing paints, and applying various coatings according to OEM specifications. They must also perform quality inspections, document repairs, and ensure a smooth hand-off to the Autobody Technician.

Candidates must hold a Red Seal certification or equivalent experience and possess a valid class 5 driver's license. Applicants are expected to have a passion for vehicle repair, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team.

• Competitive wages • Production bonus incentives • Extended health coverage • Dental coverage • Professional development • Certified training

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• Surface preparation
• Spot filling
• Sanding
• Masking
• Color matching
• Paint mixing
• Priming
• Clear coating
• Quality control
• Vehicle inspection
• Polishing
• Material tracking
• Light body work
• Verbal communication
• Listening skills
• Auto Body Repairs
• Color Matching
• Willingness To Learn
• Baking
• Vehicle Inspection
• Valid Driver's License
• Listening Skills
• Painting
• Refinishing
• Usage Tracking
• Quality Control

• Trades
• Manufacturing
• Transportation
• Technician
• Auto Body Technician
• Motor Vehicle Mechanics and Repairers
• Automotive Body and Related Repairers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week