Flat Rate Licensed Autobody Technician
- St. Catharines, ON, Canada
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Job details
- Experience
- Auto Body Repair experience - 3+ years required
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
CSN Collision was founded in 2002 by four successful collision repair owners to help independent repair facilities improve performance through training, operational support, and marketing initiatives. Today, CSN Collision is a leading collision repair network with over 400 locations across Canada, the United States, and Italy.
In addition to its franchise network, CSN operates a growing group of corporate-owned collision repair centres across Ontario, focused on delivering safe, high-quality repairs and exceptional customer experience.
Job Summary:
CSN is looking for an Auto Body Tech to join our team. Our Auto Body Technician must be able to take a vehicle in a damaged state and repair or restore damaged vehicles to their original structural integrity, function, and appearance. The Incumbent is detailed oriented and can multitask to accommodate shifting priorities. The technician reports to the General Manager.
Primary Objectives of the Auto Body Technician:
- Review work order and estimates of repair cost and plan work to be performed
- Thoroughly examine collision damage (Review the complete vehicle exterior body parts, check all power accessories (door locks/windows/mirrors are operational) check that the dash panel has no warning lights on. Identify any prior damages overlooked on the QA checklist/ or related on the supplemental damage sheet.)
- Performing structural and complete body repairs: Repair and replace front end components, body components, doors and frame and underbody components. (Assess, Repair or Replace interior and exterior parts, electrical components, and vehicle accessories, doors and frame and underbody components)
- Straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring equipment, Hammer out dents, buckles and other defects using blocks and hammers.
- Welding on vehicles with the use of MIG welders and compression spot welders.
- Fully dismantle the complete vehicle damaged areas including the blend panel parts in order to identify all hidden damages as early in the repair cycle as possible. For example remove damaged fenders, panels and grills using wrenches and cutting torch and bolt or weld replacement parts into place, repair or replace damaged windows, windshields and sunroof
- Ability to file, grind and sand repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools
- Operate soldering equipment or use plastic filler to fill holes, dents and seams
- Follow all OEM Procedures using all data
- Inspect repaired vehicles and test drive vehicles for proper handling
- Technician must be able to read and understand the estimates.
- Capable of reading and comprehending automotive repair procedures.
- Able to work with a variety of metals and plastics, as well as glass, electrical, and mechanical parts.
- Experience using frame and measuring equipment.
- Experience with disassembly and reassembly of vehicles
- Ability and willingness to follow standardized production processes.
- Be a great CSN ambassador.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Requirements
- Auto Body Repair experience - 3+ years required
- Auto Body Collision and Damage Repairer (310B) Red Seal License (310Q) (Preferred but not a must) or in a registered apprenticeship program.
- Technicians with I-Car and OEM certifications are favorable.
- I car Welding certification
- Carrying, Lifting – 100 lbs, standing, sitting, walking, reaching)
- Valid driver's license required
- Must have own tools, safety footwear.
Potential On-the-Job Exposure to the following elements:
- Fumes
- Dirt
- Chemicals/Toxins
- Hazards
- Heat/Cold
- Noise
- Frequently required to bend, crouch, reach, handle tools and lift in excess of 50lbs of materials
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision
- Paid time off
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and will evolve as CSN continues to grow
CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, colour, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. We strive to cultivate an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to growing our corporate team in a way that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve.
If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Auto Body Technician at CSN Collision will review work orders and estimates, examine collision damage and repair or replace body panels, frames and parts. The technician will also weld, straighten, sand and test-drive vehicles to OEM standards.
Requirements
Candidates need 3+ years of auto body repair experience and a Collision Damage Repairer (Red Seal) licence preferred or an apprenticeship in progress. I-Car, OEM and welding certifications are favoured, and a valid driver's licence and own tools are required.
Skills
- Frame straightening and measuring equipment
- MIG welding
- Compression spot welding
- Soldering
- Plastic filler application
- Panel and glass replacement
- Estimate reading
- OEM repair procedures
- I-CAR procedures
- Disassembly and reassembly
- Power and hand tools
- Metal and plastic repair
- Test driving and handling inspection
- Electrical component repair
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
Categories
- Manufacturing
- Trades
- Transportation
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- auto body technician
- collision repair
- autobody
- frame straightening
- MIG welding
- spot welding
- I-CAR
- OEM procedures
- estimates
- Red Seal
- panel replacement
- dent repair
- structural repair
- paint prep
- Ontario
- CSN Collision
- flat rate
Seniority
Mid level
Perks
- Generous paid time off
Licences and certifications
- I-CAR
- I-CAR Welding
- OEM certification
Tools
- MIG welder
- Compression spot welder
- Frame pulling equipment
- Frame measuring equipment
- Cutting torch
- Soldering equipment
- Power tools
- Hand tools