Collision technician

Moonlite Auto Body Ltd; Winkler; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Moonlite Auto Body Ltd. in Winkler, MB, is seeking a Collision Technician to repair and restore vehicles after collisions.

You will assess damage, replace parts, straighten frames, and perform structural and cosmetic repairs using welding equipment, measuring systems and shop tools. This full-time on-site role requires attention to safety, teamwork with painters and service advisors, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Strong collision repair skills including panel replacement and frame repair
• Surface prep, sanding, filler, and paint prep knowledge
• Safely operate welding equipment and shop tools
• Solid understanding of vehicle construction and repair procedures
• Detail-oriented, able to follow repair orders and meet timelines
• Good communication and teamwork with painters and estimators
• Trade certification or apprenticeship preferred; equivalent experience considered
• Experience in a high-volume auto body shop preferred
• Physically capable: lifting, bending, standing for long periods
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized workspace

Responsibilities

• Repair and restore vehicles after collisions including frame and panel work
• Assess damage and replace damaged parts
• Use hand and power tools, welders, measuring systems, and diagnostics
• Follow repair estimates, manufacturer guidelines and shop procedures
• Align panels and components and perform structural and cosmetic repairs
• Maintain clean and organized workspace; meet deadlines
• Collaborate with service advisors, painters, and other technicians to deliver outcomes

Skills

Collision repair

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Safety standards

Education

Trade certification or apprenticeship in auto body repair

Equivalent experience considered

Tools

Welding equipment

Measuring systems

Hand & power tools

Job description

Company Description

Moonlite Auto Body Ltd. is recognized as one of Southern Manitoba’s leading auto body shops, serving customers from Winkler and the surrounding region. The shop is known for high-quality collision repair, refinishing, and customer service. Team members work with modern equipment and repair techniques to restore vehicles to manufacturer standards. Moonlite Auto Body Ltd. offers a professional, safety-focused work environment where skilled technicians can grow their careers.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Collision Technician role based at Moonlite Auto Body Ltd. in Winkler, MB. The Collision Technician repairs and restores vehicles after collisions, including assessing damage, removing and replacing damaged parts, straightening frames and body panels, and performing structural and cosmetic repairs. Daily work includes sanding, filling, and prepping surfaces for paint, aligning panels and components, and ensuring repairs meet safety and quality standards. The role involves using hand and power tools, welders, measuring systems, and diagnostic equipment, while following repair estimates, manufacturer guidelines, and shop procedures. The Collision Technician collaborates with service advisors, painters, and other team members to meet deadlines, maintain a clean and organized workspace, and deliver reliable, customer-focused repair outcomes.

Qualifications

• Strong collision repair skills, including body panel replacement, frame and structural repair, and dent removal.
• Proficiency in surface preparation, sanding, filler application, and basic refinishing support for paint-ready vehicles.
• Ability to safely operate welding equipment, body repair tools, measuring systems, and other shop machinery.
• Solid understanding of vehicle construction, manufacturer repair procedures, and industry safety standards.
• Attention to detail and quality, with the ability to follow repair orders and meet production timelines.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to coordinate with painters, estimators, and other technicians.
• Relevant trade certification or apprenticeship in auto body repair is preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Previous experience in an auto body or collision repair environment, ideally in a high-volume shop.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and organized workspace and adhering to all workplace safety practices.