Autobody Technician - Scarborough, Canada - AutoCanada Inc.
Description
Autobody Technician
Excellence Auto Collision Silver Star
Scarborough, ON
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skills of the vehicle repair process, work as an
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integral part of a dedicated team in a key role that impacts the business, and gain opportunities for career
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growth and development in a
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culture that invests in people?At AutoCanada, we believe that everyone wins when we invest in people: our business, clients, and our
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talent (you)
Why you want this Opportunity:
You will play a
crucial role as Autobody Technician:
- In a hands-on role, you have a direct impact on the quality of work and performance of the Collision Centre.
- You will be joining a vibrant enthusiastic team that is highly collaborative and will support you through training to develop your skills in automotive repair.
- You will leverage and expand your technical expertise in vehicle repair by working directly with Estimators, experienced Collision Centre team members in a team effort to deliver exceptional service to our valued clients.
- You will work in a clean environment, with uptodate equipment.
- If you wish to grow in your career and gain opportunities to progress, you will find opportunity at 417 Collision Centre.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Determine vehicle repair requirements.
- Review damage reports, prepare and review repair cost estimates and plan work to be performed.
- Perform quality repairs on a variety of vehicles.
- Fit and weld replacement parts into place, using wrenches and welding equipment.
- Remove damaged sections of vehicles using metalcutting guns, air grinders and wrenches.
- Use hydraulic pressure machines to align damaged components.
- Adjust or align headlights, wheels, and brake systems.
- Replace front end components, body components, doors and frame and underbody components.
- Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills and bolt or weld replacement parts into place and remove, install, align, and repair panels.
- Repair or replace interior components.
- Straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring equipment.
- Fit and secure windows, vinyl roofs, and metal trim to vehicle bodies, using caulking guns, adhesive brushes, and mallets.
- Inspect repaired vehicles for proper functioning, completion of work, dimensional accuracy, and overall appearance of paint job, and test drive vehicles to ensure proper alignment and handling.
- Replace damaged glass on vehicles.
- Cut openings in vehicle bodies for the installation of customized windows, using templates and power shears or chisels.
- Monitor and take part of active cleanliness of shop and equipment.
- Move vehicles as required for shop production.
- Mentor, coach, train and support the development of apprentices in the dealership.
- Demonstrate and champion a healthy and safe work environment.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
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Red Seal Certification would be considered an asset.
- Completion of a related postsecondary program and or training courses.
- I-CAR certification training and I-CAR welding certification would be considered assets.
- Knowledge of and the ability to operate machinery and tools required to complete repairs.
- Ability to meet physical demands such as heavy lifting, standing for long periods of time and using power and handheld equipment.
- Excellent customer services skills and ability to explain technical concepts to nontechnical individuals.
- Professional demeanor and strong work ethic.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Efficient problemsolving skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
- High level of integrity and reliability.
- Some experience with working with Estimators to complete quotes.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving history.
- Open to continuous learning and development.
Why you want to work at an AutoCanada Collision Centre:
- Our goal as a leading North American automobile dealership group is to cultivate a culture that attracts top performers with great potential to grow and succeed, because when you thrive, we all thrive.
- OEM Certification Training
- Competitive compensation
- Professional development plans, paid training, and career growth opportunities
- Comprehensive Group insurance plan, including extended health care, dental, travel, life, and longterm disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Vehicle Purchasing Plan
- Great working conditions
- Fastpaced, incredible and energetic work environment
- Up to date equipment
- Company events
- Free
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