Body Technician

Autobody Technician - Collision
Languages: English

Education: Other trades certificate or diploma or equivalent experience

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full-time

Business Address: 104 - 2714 Barnet Highway, Coquitlam BC. Canada
Locations of work: Vancouver, Richmond, Langley.

Work setting

Willing to relocate
On-site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities & Tasks:

Professionalism in customer service
Clean and maintain work space
Instruct apprentices
Replace front end components, body components, doors and frame and underbody components
File, grind and sand body surfaces to be repaired
Mask and tape auto body surfaces in preparation for painting
Hammer out dents, buckles and defects using blocks and hammers
Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills and bolt or weld replacement parts into place
Apply primers and repaint surfaces
Repair or replace interior components
Repair or replace damaged windows, windshields and sunroofs
Mix paint, blend and match colors
Operate soldering equipment or use plastic filler to fill holes, dents and seams
Straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring equipment

Experience and specialization in area of work experience:
Body components

Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of experience in disassembling, repairing, and reassembling vehicle body panels, including fenders, quarter panels, and hoods.
Skills: Must demonstrate proficiency in using body filler, sanding tools, and other equipment to restore the vehicle's surface to its original form.
Certification: I-CAR certification or equivalent in collision repair is preferred.

Doors and frame

Experience Required: Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience repairing and aligning vehicle doors and door frames.
Skills: Proven ability to adjust hinges, seals, and locking mechanisms to specifications.
Tools: Familiarity with diagnostic tools to assess door alignment issues and handheld tools for structural adjustments.

Frame straightening

Experience Required: At least 3 years of experience operating frame straightening equipment (e.g., frame machines or computerized measuring systems).
Skills: Must have expertise in identifying structural damage and restoring frame alignment to factory standards within 1mm tolerances.
Certification: ASE certification in Structural Analysis & Damage Repair or equivalent is highly desirable.

Front end components

Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of experience repairing or replacing front-end assemblies, including bumpers, headlights, radiators, and grills.
Skills: Knowledge of manufacturer specifications for alignment and securing of components.
Tools: Familiarity with plastic welding, riveting, and other attachment methods for modern materials.

Welding

Experience Required: At least 2 years of experience in MIG, TIG, or resistance spot welding for vehicle body repairs.
Skills: Ability to weld a variety of metals (steel, aluminum) commonly used in vehicle construction.
Certification: AWS D1.1 or D1.3 certification is highly recommended.

Additional information & Transportation/travel information

Own transportation
Own vehicle
Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environment
Physically demanding
Attention to detail
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Overtime required
Standing for extended periods

Own tools/equipment

Tools
Steel-toed safety boots
Mask

Personal suitability

Accurate
Dependability
Flexibility
Reliability
Team player

Health benefits

Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

Bonus
Group insurance benefits
Life insurance
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
Other benefits
Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
Team building opportunities

How to apply
By email: hr@kirmac.com

How-to-apply instructions
Here is what you must include in your application:

References attesting experience
Letter of recommendation
Highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed
Cover letter
Proof of the requested certifications

This job posting includes screening questions. Please answer the following questions when applying:

Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
Are you willing to relocate for this position?
Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Pay Range: $36.60 - $38