PREPPER

CSN Brimell/Formula, a high‑volume collision centre and division of a 10‑dealership automotive group, is currently looking for a skilled Body Prep Technician (“Prepper”) to join our team. With over 20 years in the business, we pride ourselves in exceeding customers’ auto body repair expectations and aim to be the best in the industry.

The ideal candidate should be able to work in a fast‑paced environment to provide automotive services by refinishing body parts and bodies of vehicles in accordance with factory and dealership specifications.

• Examining, identifying, analyzing damaged vehicles and coordinating estimated repair costs with Paint and Collision Appraiser(s) to ensure accuracy and to providing anything additional missed.
• Notifying dispatcher of any delays in meeting promised time to ensure that it is relayed back to the customers.
• Maintaining cleanliness of each vehicle in their care.
• Providing clear and legible notes on service completed for all work orders.
• Performing factory warranty repairs according to established warranty and dealership procedures.
• Checking previous work relaying any quality issues to the Shop Foreman or Management.
• Washing vehicles prior to starting the prep process.
• Responsible for picking up supplies once they have been ordered and made available to the work order.
• Applying primer over any repairs made to vehicle surfaces.
• Applying rust‑resistant undercoats, and caulk and seal seams.
• Feather edging damaged areas in accordance to manufacturer standards and specifications.
• Water sanding and blending areas in accordance to manufacturer standards and specifications.
• Masking vehicles in preparation for paint and once vehicles are refinished, remove masking.
• Blowing off excess dust and particulars on vehicles.
• Buffing and waxing the finished paintwork, when required.

Other duties as assigned by management.

• 2+ years of collision repair experience as an Auto Body Prep Technician
• I‑Car and Ozone Depletion Prevention Card (ODPC) considered an asset
• Valid Ontario G driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Familiarity with Ontario Occupational Health and Safety standards
• Ability to frequently bend, crouch and reach
• Ability to handle power tools and lift approximately 50lbs
• Strong eye for detail
• Ability to work in a safe, organized and professional manner.

• Paid ongoing I‑Car, Industry and OEM Certification Training Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Full benefits package including health, dental, LTD, life insurance, etc.
• Access to all required tools to successfully complete repairs
• Employee purchase plans and company discounts
• Health and wellness initiatives
• Exciting company events
• And so much more!

If you are looking to build your career with a growing organization where you can use your knowledge, skills, and talents, CSN Brimell/Formula is the place for you! If this sounds like a team you would be interested in joining,
APPLY TODAY by sending your resume to our Collision Operations Manager – Gus Stavropoulos at !

We thank all applicants for their interest; only candidates selected to proceed in the recruitment process will be contacted.

CSN Brimell/Formula is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.

We have meticulous Covid‑19 protocols in place for your protection. Please ask if you have any concerns or questions during initial contact.