Auto Body Technician

CSN Collision; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and progressive auto body shop as an Auto Body Technician, where your skills will help restore vehicles to their original glory. This role involves examining damage, performing repairs, and ensuring the highest quality standards are met. A forward-thinking company committed to excellence, CSN Collision offers competitive wages, comprehensive training, and a supportive work environment. With opportunities for growth and relocation assistance, this is a chance to advance your career while making a real impact in the automotive industry. If you're detail-oriented and passionate about automotive repair, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Company-sponsored training

Competitive wages

Paid vacation

Medical benefits

Company events

Relocation assistance

Guaranteed 44h/week

Overtime pay

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in auto body repair is required.
• Valid G-Class Driver's license and own tools are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Examine collision damage and plan repairs accordingly.
• Perform structural and body repairs to restore vehicles.
• Inspect and test drive repaired vehicles for quality assurance.

Skills

Auto Body Repair

Welding (MIG)

Frame Repair

Detail Orientation

Time Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Auto Body Collision and Damage Repairer (310B) Red Seal License

High School Diploma

Tools

Wrenches

Cutting Torch

Power Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

About CSN 427 Auto Collision

CSN 427 Auto Collision is a dynamic and progressive auto body shop, in business for over 45 years in the west-end of Toronto, with a total of 3 shops across the GTA. After a collision, ensure your vehicle is repaired the right way. Our facility has partnered directly with automakers, dealerships, and insurance companies to produce safe, high-quality repairs. As a Certified Collision Repair Center for all major automotive manufacturers, we have invested heavily in equipment and training to restore your vehicle to factory specifications. When you take your vehicle to CSN 427 Auto you can rest assured it will be serviced by highly skilled technicians, equipped with the latest repair technology and procedures.

As a rapidly growing organization, we understand that finding the right candidate may require a relocation to our facilities operating within the GTA. We are committed to supporting the successful candidate with some relocation assistance to facilitate this process.

Position Summary:

CSN Collision 427 is looking for an Auto Body Technician 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 detail-oriented and can multitask to accommodate shifting priorities. The technician reports to the shop foreman.

Primary Objectives of the Auto Body Technician:

• Review damage report and estimates of repair cost and plan work to be performed.
• Thoroughly examine collision damage, reviewing the complete vehicle exterior body parts, checking all power accessories (door locks/windows/mirrors are operational), and ensuring 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.
• Perform 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.
• Straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring equipment. Hammer out dents, buckles, and other defects using blocks and hammers.
• Weld on vehicles with the use of MIG welders and compression spot welders.
• Fully dismantle the complete vehicle damaged areas to identify all hidden damages as early in the repair cycle as possible. 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 sunroofs.
• File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools.
• Mask and tape auto body surfaces in preparation for painting, apply primers, and repaint surfaces.
• Operate soldering equipment or use plastic filler to fill holes, dents, and seams.
• Restore vehicle to factory specifications.
• Inspect repaired vehicles and test drive vehicles for proper handling.
• Read and understand estimates and automotive repair procedures.
• Work with a variety of metals and plastics, as well as glass, electrical, and mechanical parts.
• Experience using frame and measuring equipment and 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.

Qualifications, Experience, and Other Requirements:

• 3+ years of Auto Body Repair required.
• Auto Body Collision and Damage Repairer (310B) Red Seal License (310Q) preferred but not a must.
• Carrying, lifting – 50 lbs.
• Valid G-Class Driver's license required.
• Must have own tools and safety footwear.

Personal Attributes:

• Organizational skills/Time Management: Strong planning and organizational skills, with an ability to meet multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Communication style: Tactful, clear, and empathetic communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to communicate and interact effectively with co-workers.
• Collaborator: Able to manage relationships in a collaborative manner, applying diplomacy to reach win-win resolutions.
• Problem solving: Has a critical thinking approach to problem-solving and is a forward thinker.
• Flexible Thinking: Considers problems from all new perspectives and can expand on the thinking or solutions proposed by others.
• 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
• Chemicals/Toxins
• Hazards
• Heat/Cold
• Noise

What We Offer:

Supplemental Pay: Bonus, Overtime Pay.

Benefits include:

• Company-sponsored training
• Competitive wages
• Paid vacation
• Medical benefits
• Company events

Relocation Assistance: At CSN 427 Auto Collision, we recognize that relocating can be a significant decision. Therefore, for the chosen candidate who requires relocation, we are pleased to offer a comprehensive relocation assistance package tailored to individual needs. This may include financial support for transportation and other related expenses, ensuring a smooth transition into our organization.

Benefits:
Guaranteed 44h/week.

• 9-hour shift: Monday to Thursday.
• Friday 8-hour shift.
• Overtime is available on Saturdays.

Career Path: As CSN 427 Auto Collision continues to grow, other career opportunities may become available.

Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and will evolve as CSN 427 Auto Collision continues to grow.

CSN 427 Auto Collision 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.

If you require accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Disclaimer: CSN 427 Auto Collision 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 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.