Autobody Technicians, Ottawa, ON, (JA)

Recruiting Room Ltd; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid vacation and time off

Stable, full-time employment

Modern equipment and a professional工作環

Job summary

Recruiting Room Ltd. seeks an experienced Autobody Technician in Ottawa, ON. The role focuses on repairing vehicles to OEM standards, inspecting for damage, and performing structural and cosmetic repairs with MIG welding as needed.

You should have at least 3 years of autobody repair experience, a valid driver’s license, and own tools. Benefits include competitive pay, health coverage, paid time off, and opportunities for ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years autobody repair
• I-CAR and OEM certifications are assets
• I-CAR Welding Certification is an asset
• Experience with frame straightening and measuring systems
• Strong vehicle disassembly and reassembly skills
• Ability to work with steel, aluminum, plastics, glass, and mechanical components
• Ability to read repair estimates and OEM repair procedures
• Valid driver's licence
• Own tools and CSA-approved safety footwear
• Able to lift up to 100 lbs and perform physically demanding work

Responsibilities

• Repair vehicles to pre-accident (OEM) standards
• Review repair orders and damage estimates
• Inspect vehicles for visible and hidden damage
• Repair or replace damaged body panels, doors, bumpers, fenders, frames, and structural components
• Perform structural repairs using frame and measuring equipment
• Remove and install mechanical, electrical, and trim components
• Disassemble and reassemble vehicles safely and efficiently
• Perform MIG and spot welding as required
• Repair dents and damaged panels using industry-standard tools and equipment
• Prepare repaired surfaces for paint, including sanding, grinding, masking, priming, and filling
• Replace damaged glass, including windshields and windows when required
• Read and follow OEM repair procedures
• Complete repairs that meet quality and safety standards
• Perform final quality inspections and road tests when required
• Keep your work area clean and organized
• Assist with other shop duties as required

Skills

Disassembly & reassembly

Reading repair estimates

Reading OEM procedures

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Tools

Frame straightening equipment

Measuring systems

MIG welding

Tools & equipment

Job description

Autobody Technicians, Ottawa, ON, (JA)

Location: Ottawa, ON

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience: Journeymen or 3 rd yr Apprentices or higher

License: 310B, 310 Q preferred but not required

Compensation: $27.00/hour to $40.00/hour (Flat rate or Straight time) Apprentices earn between $22.00/hour to $25.00/hour (all rates are negotiable higher based on experience)

Relocation Assistance: Relocation forgivable loans

Duties:

• Repair vehicles to pre-accident (OEM) standards
• Review repair orders and damage estimates
• Inspect vehicles for visible and hidden damage
• Repair or replace damaged body panels, doors, bumpers, fenders, frames, and structural components
• Perform structural repairs using frame and measuring equipment
• Remove and install mechanical, electrical, and trim components
• Disassemble and reassemble vehicles safely and efficiently
• Perform MIG and spot welding as required
• Repair dents and damaged panels using industry-standard tools and equipment
• Prepare repaired surfaces for paint, including sanding, grinding, masking, priming, and filling
• Replace damaged glass, including windshields and windows when required
• Read and follow OEM repair procedures
• Complete repairs that meet quality and safety standards
• Perform final quality inspections and road tests when required
• Keep your work area clean and organized
• Assist with other shop duties as required

Requirements:

• Minimum3 years of autobody repair experience
• I-CAR and OEM certifications are considered an asset
• I-CAR Welding Certification is an asset, but not required
• Experience with frame straightening and measuring systems
• Strong vehicle disassembly and reassembly skills
• Ability to work with steel, aluminum, plastics, glass, and mechanical components
• Ability to read repair estimates and OEM repair procedures
• Valid driver's licence
• Own tools and CSA-approved safety footwear
• Able to lift up to 100 lbs and perform physically demanding work

Benefits

• Negotiable compensation: $27.00/hour to $40.00/hour (Flat rate or Straight time)
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid vacation and time off
• Stable, full-time employment
• Modern equipment and a professional work environment
• Ongoing training and career development
• Opportunity to work with a respected collision repair team