Auto Body Technician

About CSN Lou's

Since 1969 CSN Lou’s has been a staple in the Calgary community and a leader in collision repair. We pride ourselves on providing the highest level of customer service and treating your vehicle as if it’s one of our own. Our trained technicians will repair your vehicle properly to pre-accident condition so that you can get back on the road safely.

CSN Collision Lou's 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. The technician reports to foreman.

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.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications, Experience and other requirements:

• Auto Body Repair and refinishing experience - 3+ years required
• Technicians with I-Car and OEM certifications are favorable.
• Carrying, Lifting – 100 lbs, standing, sitting, walking, reaching
• Valid Drivers license required
• 3 to 5 years of working Knowledge of Mitchell / Audatex
• 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 & with the ability to communicate and interact effectively with co-workers.
• Collaborator: Able to manage relationships in a collaborative manner, with a wide range of stakeholder groups and personality types, applying diplomacy to reach win-win resolutions
• 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

What we offer:

• Full benefits package, which includes Dental, extended health and more
• Schedule: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday
  

Career Path: As CSN Lou's Collision continues to grow, other career opportunities may become available.

Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described and will evolve as CSN Lou's Collision continues to grow

CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, colour, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. We strive to cultivate an inclusive, accessible environment where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to growing our corporate team in a way that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve.

If you require accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process.