Vehicle Prep Specialist

Longue Pointe Chrysler; Quebec; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Training & development

Career advancement

Job summary

CSN Collision Centre in Quebec is seeking a Vehicle Prep Specialist to elevate the visual quality of vehicles before sale or delivery. You will perform detailed washes, bodywork prep, masking, finishing, and installation of dealership decals.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork. A valid Class 5 driver's license is required to move vehicles; opportunity to grow within a recognized automotive group with ongoing training and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 to 2 years in automotive detailing or vehicle preparation.
• Keen focus on finishing and cleanliness to dealership standards.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license is mandatory for moving vehicles.
• Reliability and ability to work at a steady pace within a team.

Responsibilities

• Detailed Aesthetic Preparation: wash interiors and exteriors (carpet shampooing, leather treatment, paint decontamination).
• Bodywork and prep: sand surfaces, remove rust, apply filler putty and primer to level imperfections.
• Masking and protection: cover sensitive areas before work begins.
• Finishing and correction: polish, wax, and buff to remove micro-scratches.
• Accessory installation: install floor mats, license plates, decals.
• Inspection and safety: perform basic pre-delivery checks and report anomalies.
• Logistics: move vehicles safely and maintain a clean workspace.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Valid Class 5 driver's license

Job description

Within our CSN Collision Center, integrated into our car dealership, the Vehicle Prep Specialist plays a key role in bringing vehicles up to the highest standards of visual quality prior to sale or customer delivery. They are responsible for ensuring an impeccable aesthetic finish for every vehicle.

Main Duties

• Detailed Aesthetic Preparation: Perform a meticulous interior and exterior wash (carpet shampooing, leather treatment, paint decontamination).
• Bodywork and Prep Work: Sand surfaces, remove rust, then apply and sand filler putty (bondo) and primer coats to level imperfections.
• Masking and Protection: Protect sensitive areas (windows, chrome, door handles) using tape and masking paper before work begins.
• Finishing and Correction: Correct minor body imperfections through polishing, waxing, and buffing (removing micro-scratches).
• Accessory Installation: Install aesthetic protections, original floor mats, license plates, and dealership decals.
• Inspection and Safety: Perform a basic pre-delivery check (tire pressure, windshield washer fluid, manuals, duplicate keys) and report any mechanical anomalies to the service department.
• Logistics and Maintenance: Safely move vehicles around the lot and maintain a clean workspace.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 1 to 2 years in automotive detailing or vehicle preparation (a major asset).
• Attention to detail: Keen focus on finishing and cleanliness (dealership delivery standard).
• Legal requirement: Valid Class 5 driver's license (mandatory for moving vehicles).
• Reliability: Punctuality, rigor, and ability to work at a steady pace within a team.

Why Join Us?

• A welcoming and professional team.
• Comprehensive group insurance program.
• Continuous training and professional development.
• Opportunity to advance your career within a recognized automotive group.