Refinishing Technician

We are currently seeking an Automotive Refinishing Technician for our Edmonton location. We offer competitive flat rate wages at 100% full sheet, ranging from $28 to $32 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.

Signing bonus & relocation assistance of up to $15,000 available for qualified candidates.

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:

• Extended health
• Professional development
• Certified training and more

Thank you for your interest in Craftsman Collision!