Licensed Autobody Technician
- Waterloo, ON, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Auto Body Repair experience - 3+ years required
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Position Summary:
CSN is looking for a Licensed Auto Body Technicians to join our team in the Kitchener-Waterloo region. 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:
Requirements
What we offer:
CSN is looking for a Licensed Auto Body Technicians to join our team in the Kitchener-Waterloo region. 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
- 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
What we offer:
- Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits Package which includes: health, dental, vision
- Paid time off
- Growth Opportunities
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Responsibilities
Assess collision damage, review repair estimates, and plan and perform structural, body, electrical, and component repairs to restore vehicles to their original condition. Follow OEM procedures, inspect and test-drive repaired vehicles, and complete work according to standardized production processes.
Requirements
Requires at least three years of auto body repair experience and a valid driver's license; a 310B license or registered apprenticeship is required, while a 310Q Red Seal license and I-CAR/OEM certifications are preferred or favorable. Candidates must have their own tools and safety footwear, be able to read repair procedures and estimates, and meet physical demands including lifting up to 100 pounds.
Skills
- Collision Damage Assessment
- Structural Body Repair
- Frame Straightening
- Welding
- Vehicle Disassembly and Reassembly
- Automotive Electrical Repair
- Dent Repair
- Surface Preparation and Sanding
- OEM Repair Procedures
- Vehicle Inspection and Testing
- Use of Frame and Measuring Equipment
- Automotive Glass Repair
- Metal and Plastic Repair
- Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
Benefits
- Health Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Growth Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Keywords
- Auto Body Repair
- Collision Repair
- 310B License
- 310Q Red Seal License
- Registered Apprenticeship
- I-CAR Certification
- OEM Certification
- I-CAR Welding Certification
- Structural Repairs
- Frame Straightening
- Frame and Measuring Equipment
- MIG Welding
- Compression Spot Welding
- Vehicle Disassembly
- Vehicle Reassembly
- Automotive Electrical Components
- Automotive Glass Repair
- Power Tools
- Hand Tools
- OEM Procedures
- Repair Estimates
- Quality Assurance Checklist
- Vehicle Inspection
- Test Driving
- Metal and Plastic Repair
- Safety Footwear