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Waterdown Collision is seeking a licensed Automotive Mechanic to join our team in Waterdown, ON.

Position Summary:

The Automotive Mechanic is responsible for the repair and maintenance of vehicles at our collision repair facility. This individual will be responsible for accurate diagnosis and completion of services to meet company objectives. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the automotive repair industry.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Must have good mechanical aptitude and be well-versed in general automotive repair.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Must have a 310S mechanic's license

Responsibilities:

• Inspect vehicle mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately.
• Inspect vehicle computer and electronic systems to repair, maintain and upgrade.
• Conduct routine maintenance work (replacing fluids, brakes, suspension
• Provide accurate estimates (cost, time, effort) for a repair or maintenance work.
• Maintain equipment and tools in good condition.

Benefits:
We offer competitive compensation along with an excellent benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, employee discounts.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Wage: $35.00-$39.50 per hour

Expected hours: 44 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Saturdays as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Waterdown L0R 2H0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Automotive Technician: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driver's License (required)
• Automotive Service Technician -310S Journeyman (required)

If you have experience in the role of an Auto Body Prepper and feel you have the skills and interest and are looking to explore a new opportunity, then we would love to speak with you.

• Auto Body Prepper
• Full-Time permanent position
• Earnings: Highly competitive - based on experience
• Benefits and bonus opportunity
• Start: As soon as possible
• Friendly, stable, established business - come join our team!

About You:

The Auto Body Prepper role will have you prepare surfaces for our painters, including the application of masking techniques to ensure a high quality finished product.

Responsibilities:

• Masking vehicles prior to the paint process
• Assist in minor Body work and Body Filler repair
• Assist in the removal of panels, parts, etc.
• Ability to prepare various parts/panels for paint
• Ability to review and follow repair orders efficiently
• Ability and willingness to follow standardized production processes

Qualifications:

3+ years of relevant body shop experience

Extras!

• Company sponsored and supported training, development and advancement
• Competitive wages, Paid vacation
• Benefits

Thank you for your interest, please only apply if you currently live in Ontario, and are comfortable commuting to, or living in Waterdown. Thanks.

If you have experience and have been successful as an Auto Collision Estimator - Appraiser, have solid attention to detail skills, and are looking to explore a new opportunity, then we would love to speak with you.

Please only apply if you currently live in Ontario, and are comfortable commuting to, or living in Waterdown. Thanks.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyzing vehicle damage with a keen eye for detail, and preparing an itemized listing of parts, materials and labour to facilitate the appropriate repairs
• Fully utilizing our systems and software (Mitchell & Audatex) to efficiently cost out repairs, and provide a timely appraisal to necessary parties to facilitate the full restoration of a vehicle to its pre-damage condition
• Work closely and professionally with clients, insurance providers and suppliers
• Follow the necessary and appropriate steps to provide a high level of customer satisfaction, while meeting appropriate operational and financial expectations.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of the Auto Body repair industry and automotive parts, vehicle terminology and vehicle construction.
• Strong computer and analytical skills.
• Ability to work and thrive in a fast paced environment.
• Strong communications skills, both oral and written.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience
• Knowledge of Mitchell & Audatex Estimating software
• Knowledge or Experience with Summit Management System

We believe in our people and pay them above industry average. Our pay package will be customized to your experience.

We offer a Full Benefits package, including an RRSP package and Bonus structure

Contact us and learn more about the opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $60,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental Care
• Extended Health Care
• Vision Care
• RRSPs

Experience:

• Auto Collision Estimating Appraising: 5+ years (Required)