Auto Body Technician

**About Red Deer Collision**

CSN Collision Centres safely repairs more than 200,000 vehicles a year helping Canadians get back on the road with the trust and comfort of knowing their vehicle has been returned to like new condition. Since 2002, CSN has grown to become the leader in collision repair with 230 collision repair Centres across Canada.

We are a locally owned group of 5 Auto Body Repair Facilities in Central Alberta and are looking for skilled Journeyman Auto Body Technicians & Auto Body Refinishers to join our team as we grow. We are a customer service-driven, detail-oriented, innovative company that creates opportunities for individuals to grow and contribute to the expansion of our brand. We are looking for professional people to join our team and help us achieve our goals.

**Position Summary**:
CSN Red Deer Collisionis looking for an _Auto Body Technicians / Refinishers_ to join our team. Our Auto Body Technician must be able to take a vehicle in a damaged state and repair or restore damaged vehicles to their original structural integrity, function, and appearance. The Incumbent is detailed oriented and can multitask to accommodate shifting priorities.

Primary Objectives of the Auto Body Technician:

- Review damage report and estimates of repair cost and plan work to be performed
- Thoroughly examine collision damage (Review the complete vehicle exterior body parts, check all power accessories (door locks/windows/mirrors are operational) check that the dash panel has no warning lights on. Identify any prior damages overlooked on the QA checklist/ or related on the supplemental damage sheet.
- **Performing structural and complete body repairs**: Repair and replace front end components, body components, doors and frame and underbody components. (Assess, Repair or Replace interior and exterior parts, electrical components, and vehicle accessories, doors and frame and underbody components)
- Straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring equipment, Hammer out dents, buckles and other defects using blocks and hammers.
- Welding on vehicles with the use of MIG welders and compression spot welders.
- Fully dismantle the complete vehicle damaged areas including the blend panel parts in order to identify all hidden damages as early in the repair cycle as possible. For example remove damaged fenders, panels and grills using wrenches and cutting torch and bolt or weld replacement parts into place, repair or replace damaged windows, windshields and sunroof
- Ability to file, grind and sand repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools
- Operate soldering equipment or use plastic filler to fill holes, dents and seams
- **Restore vehicle to factory specification **(Return the vehicle back to factory/OEM specifications)
- Inspect repaired vehicles and test drive vehicles for proper handling
- Technician must be able to read and understand the estimates.
- Capable of reading and comprehending automotive repair procedures.
- Able to work with a variety of metals and plastics, as well as glass, electrical, and mechanical parts.
- Experience using frame and measuring equipment.
- Experience with disassembly and reassembly of vehicles
- Ability and willingness to follow standardized production processes.
- Be a great CSN ambassador.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.

**Requirements**:
**Qualifications, Experience and other requirements**:

- Auto Body Repair and refinishing experience
- Auto Body Collision Red Seal License (Preferred but not a must) or in a registered apprenticeship program.
- Technicians with I-Car and OEM certifications are favorable
- Carrying, Lifting - 100 lbs, standing, sitting, walking, reaching)
- Valid Drivers license required
- Must have own tools, safety footwear.

**Personal Attributes**:

- **Organizational skills/Time Management**: Strong planning and organizational skills, with an ability to meet multiple deadlines simultaneously.
- **Communication style**: Tactful, clear, and empathetic communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills in English & (French, remove if not required), with the ability to communicate and interact effectively with co-workers.
- **Problem solving**: Has a critical thinking approach to problem solve and is a forward thinker
- **Flexible Thinking**: Considers problems from all new perspectives and can expand on the thinking or solutions proposed by others. Adapts to new ideas and initiatives relevant to own area of work.
- **Independent**: Works well in a fast-paced environment, self-motivated, and works independently without close supervision
- **Conflict Management**: Frames discussions positively, takes action to resolve conflict, while minimizing tension

**On-the-Job Exposure to the following elements:
- Fumes
- Dirt
- Chemicals/Toxins
- Hazards
- Heat/Cold
- Noise

**Benefits**

**What we offer**:

- Extended Health Care
- Employee assistance program
- Health Spending Account
- Disa