Autobody Refinish (Prep/Paint) Technician

Barrie's leading family run Automotive Repair Centre is seeking an Auto Body Refinish (Prep/Paint) Technician to join our team!

This position works as part of a Production Team that is responsible to assess a vehicle following body repair to restore and refinish the vehicle to pre-accident condition.

A Refinish Team Technician must foster positive team spirit within their own Team, as well as other Production Teams and departments. This person must perform work thoroughly and always strive to improve productivity and quality of work.

Requirements

• A team player with a positive attitude!
• Detail oriented, pro-active and open to learning new technical collision prep techniques
• Work independently without close supervision
• Flexible/adaptable to constant change
• Maintain a safe and clean work space and surrounding area
• Must be dependable and reliable
• Valid “G” drivers license with a clean driving abstract

Duties / Responsibilities

• Evaluate bodywork prior to starting the refinish
• Prepare the damaged area of the vehicle for painting
• The use of all prep products according to the manufacturer's recommended procedures
• Check all parts to ensure that they are all on site and correct for the repair assigned
• Protect the vehicle from primer and overspray and any removal of overspray as necessary
• Formulate, prepare and apply primers, sealers, base coats, color coats and clear coats
• Use all paint-related products according to the manufacturer’s recommended procedures
• Color match and mix paint according to vehicle’s specifications and insurance guidelines
• Refinish and blend, according to vehicle’s original factory specifications
• Completion of all refinishing per the estimate or work order in a timely manner and using proper repair methods

Perks & Benefits of working at Zenetec Collision Centre

• We are a family run and locally owned business
• Full-time employment with Group Benefits
• Growth Opportunities and competitive wages
• We like to celebrate our great staff with regular BBQs, birthday shout outs, holiday parties and staff events!

We recognize that our success is 100% attributed to our amazing staff.

A career with Zenetec offers growth opportunity, and management that truly appreciate your drive, skills and abilities. Our dedicated team makes Zenetec a successful, energetic, forward-moving local business.

We are looking for people who want to make a difference. If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, then we’re eager to meet you!

Zenetec welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Automotive Body Repair & Refinishing Occupations: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class G Licence with a clean driving record (required)

Work Location: In person