Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Auto Body Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automotive repair and a passion for restoring vehicles to their original condition. As an Auto Body Technician, you will be responsible for repairing and refinishing damaged vehicles, ensuring high-quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.
What is the Job :
The job of an automotive body technician is to repair and restore the exterior and structural parts of vehicles that have been damaged in an accident. Their key responsibilities include:
- Assessing damage: Inspecting vehicles to determine the extent of damage and necessary repairs.
- Body repairs: Removing or repairing damaged panels, such as doors, fenders, and bumpers.
- Frame straightening: Using specialized equipment to realign vehicle frames and chassis if necessary.
- Dent and scratch removal: Repairing minor damage such as dents, dings, and scratches.
- Being able to sand and prep the surface in order to pass the repair to the next prep department.
- Welding: Using welding techniques to fix or replace damaged parts.
- Replacing parts: Installing new body components like quarter-panels, doors headlights, and mirrors.
- Safety checks: Ensuring all repairs meet safety standards and regulations.
The role requires attention to detail, proficiency with tools and equipment, and the ability to follow industry safety standards.
Key responsibilities:
- Panel and Frame Repair: Removing, repairing, or replacing damaged body panels and frames using specialized tools and equipment.
- Dent and Scratch Repair: Fixing minor dents, dings, and scratches by sanding, filling, and smoothing surfaces.
- Frame Straightening: Using hydraulic machines and alignment systems to restore the vehicle’s frame to its original specifications.
- Welding and Metal Work: Welding metal parts and frames, and reshaping or fabricating new body panels as needed.
- Part Replacement: Replacing damaged parts such as bumpers, headlights, and mirrors.
Qualifications and skills needed:
- Education and Training: High school diploma or equivalent. Training or certification in auto body repair, such as from a trade school or community college.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in bodywork tools and equipment (e.g., hammers, dollies, welders, sanders). Knowledge of auto body repair techniques such as dent removal, panel replacement, and frame straightening.
- Mechanical Aptitude: Understanding of vehicle structures, parts, and systems.o Ability to interpret repair manuals and manufacturer specifications.
- Attention to Detail: Precision in repairs, ensuring cosmetic and structural accuracy.o Focus on quality and safety standards.
- Physical Strength and Stamina: Ability to lift heavy parts and stand or bend for extended periods.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess damage and determine the most efficient repair methods.
- Customer Service Skills: Communicating repair plans and estimates with the production manager.
- Safety Awareness:o Knowledge of and adherence to safety regulations and workplace safety procedures.
- Experience: Previous hands-on experience in auto body repair or apprenticeship in a body shop is often preferred.
Personal qualities we are looking for
- Attention to Detail: Precision is essential when repairing a vehicle to ensure quality and cosmetic appearance are to our standards.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess damage, identify the best repair solutions, and take on unexpected challenges that may arise during the process.
- Patience: Auto body repairs can be time-consuming and requires focus and thoroughness.
- Dependability: Reliable in meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality work consistently.
- Skill level with tools: Skilled in using hand tools and equipment with precision and control, crucial for welding, sanding, and completing small repairs.
- Physical Stamina and Strength: Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting heavy parts, bending, standing, and working in challenging positions for extended periods.
- Time Management: Capable of organizing tasks efficiently to meet repair deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality.
- Teamwork: Willing to collaborate with other technicians, painters, and support staff to ensure smooth operations in the shop.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to work with different vehicle makes, models, and repair challenges, and an openness to learning new techniques and staying updated on industry trends.
Position: Full-Time Auto Body Technician
Work Schedule:
- Days: Monday to Friday
- Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM (with possible breaks as per company policy)
Location:
- Gatineau, Quebec, (7 minutes from downtown Ottawa).
Minimum Requirements:
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in auto body repair.
- Language: Fluency in either English or French.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assess and repair vehicle damage (dents, scratches, panels, frames).
- Perform welding, sanding, and replacement of parts.
- Ensure repairs meet safety standards and manufacturer specifications.
- Collaborate with other technicians and support staff to complete repairs.
Qualifications:
- Certification or diploma in auto body repair (I-CAR, or equivalent not mandatory but preferred)
. Skilled in using bodywork tools and equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet repair deadlines.
- Proficiency in both French and English is required.
Benefits:
- Health and dental insurance.
- Paid vacation and sick leave.
- Potential for overtime pay.
- Opportunities for training and career advancement.
- * Up to $40.00 per hour depending on experience.*
Work Environment:
- Full-service automotive body shop with a focus on collision repair.
- Team/ Family -oriented environment with safety and quality as top priorities.
If you take pride in your work and want to grow with a supportive team, we’d be happy to hear from you.
Type d'emploi : Temps plein
Rémunération : Jusqu'à 40,00$ par heure
Heures prévues : 40 par semaine
Avantages :
- Assurance Dentaire
- Assurance Vision
Experience:
- auto body repair: 3 years (required)
Lieu du poste : En présentiel
