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About CSN Collision   CSN Collision safely repairs more than 200,000 vehicles a year helping Canadians get back on the road with the trust and comfort of knowing their vehicle has been returned to like new condition. Since 2002, CSN has grown to become the leader in collision repair with 230 collision repair Centres across Canada.   Position Summary:  CSN Tilbury 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. .    Primary Objectives of the Auto Body (Collision Repair) 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  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.