Collision Repair Technician​/Bodyperson

Position Summary

CSN Autolab is growing and opening a brand new second location in the heart of the Calgary Glendeer Auto Mall. CSN Autolab Glendeer is looking for an Auto Body Technician 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.

• 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; remove damaged fenders, panels and grills using wrenches and cutting torch, 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.
• Mask and tape auto body surfaces in preparation for painting, apply primers and repaint surfaces.
• 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.

• Auto Body Repair and refinishing experience – 3+ years required.
• Alberta Auto Body Collision and Damage Repairer (310B) or Red Seal License (310Q) or in a registered apprenticeship program.
• Technicians with I‑Car and OEM certifications are favorable.
• Must have I‑Car welding certification.
• Carrying, lifting – 100 lbs, standing, sitting, walking, reaching.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must have own tools and safety footwear.
• Familiarity with shop management systems.

• Employee benefits program.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid vacation.
• New large shop with new equipment.