Auto Body Mechanic

Languages English or French Education • Other trades certificate or diploma Experience 1 year to less than 2 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work site environment • Dusty Responsibilities Tasks • Estimate repair cost based on damage examination report • Inspect repaired vehicles • Plan repair work to be performed • Test drive vehicles for proper handling • Clean and maintain work space • 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 damaged windows, windshields and sunroofs • Mix paint, blend and match colors • Straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring equipment Experience and specialization Area of work experience • Body components • Doors and frame • Frame straightening • Front end components • Interior components Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities • Physically demanding • Attention to detail • Bending, crouching, kneeling Personal suitability • Accurate • Client focus • Excellent oral communication • Flexibility • Judgement • Reliability • Team player