Autobody Technician

Position Summary:

CSN CARS Burlington is looking for an experienced Auto Body Technician to join our growing team. This role involves repairing and restoring damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, efficient, and comfortable working in a fast-paced shop environment. Reporting to the General Manager, you will play a key role in delivering top-quality repairs.

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

Qualifications, Experience and other requirements:

• Auto Body Collision and Damage Repairer (310B) Red Seal License is an Asset
• Technicians with I-Car training are favorable
• Carrying, Lifting – 100 lbs, standing, sitting, walking, reaching
• Valid G Class Drivers license required
• 3 to 5 years of working Knowledge of Mitchell / Audatex
• Must have own tools, safety footwear.
  
  Personal Attributes:
• Organizational skills/Time Management: Strong planning and organizational skills, with an ability to meet multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Communication style: Ability to communicate effectively with various co-workers and customers.
• Collaborator: Ability to work well with others in a team oriented environment
• Problem solving: Has a critical thinking approach to problem solve and is a forward thinker
• Flexible Thinking: Adapts to new ideas and initiatives relevant to own area of work.
• Independent: Works well in a fast-paced environment, self-motivated, and works independently without close supervision
• Conflict Management: Frames discussions positively, takes action to resolve conflict, while minimizing tension
  

On-the-Job Exposure to the following elements:

• Fumes
• Dirt/Dust
• Chemicals/Toxins
• Isocyanates
• Hazards
• Heat/Cold
• Noise
  

Benefits

What we offer:

• Benefits includes Extended health care and more
  

Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and will evolve as CSN CARS Burlington 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.

Disclaimer: CSN Collision Centres “CSN” does not accept resumes from employment placement agencies, head-hunters or recruitment suppliers that are not in a formal contractual arrangement with us. Our recruitment supplier arrangements are restricted to specific hiring needs and do not include this or other web-site job postings. Any resume or other information received from a supplier not approved by CSN to provide resumes to this posting or website will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered. CSN will not pay any referral, placement, or other fee for the supply of such unsolicited resumes or information.

We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process.