Autobody Technician - Collision

Work site environment :

• Dusty
• Noisy
• Odours

Work setting :

• In shop

Tasks :

• Review damage report and estimates of repair cost and plan work to be performed
• Clean and maintain work space
• Replace front end components, body components, doors and frame and underbody components
• File, grind and sand body surfaces to be repaired
• Mask and tape auto body surfaces in preparation for painting
• Hammer out dents, buckles and defects using blocks and hammers
• Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills and bolt or weld replacement parts into place
• Repair or replace interior components
• Repair or replace damaged windows, windshields and sunroofs
• Inspect repaired vehicles and test drive vehicles for proper handling
• Straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring equipment

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• Motor Vehicle Body Repairer Trade Certification
• Motor Vehicle Body Repairer Red Seal Endorsement
• Auto Body Repairer Trade Certification

Area of work experience :

• Body components
• Doors and frame
• Frame straightening
• Front end components
• Interior components
• Metal cutting
• Underbody components
• Welding

Security and safety :

• Driving record check (abstract)

Work conditions and physical capabilities :

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools/equipment :

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability :

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Initiative
• Reliability
• Team player

Green job :

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Screening questions :

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Health benefits :

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Long term benefits :

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits :

• Free parking available