Automotive Refinish Technician - Collision Repair We are seeking an experienced

Automotive Refinish Technician to join our collision repair team.

This is a hands on position for a technician who takes pride in producing a consistent, high-quality finish and understands that the quality of a paint job begins well before the vehicle enters the booth.

We are looking for someone who is experienced with the

Glasurit 100 Line and understands the importance of proper colour retrieval, preparation, application, and finishing procedures.

Our approach is quality over quantity . We expect our technicians to produce a consistent volume of work, but not at the expense of quality. The goal is to complete each repair correctly the first time, minimizing the need for additional fine-tuning, rework, or correction after the vehicle leaves the booth.

Position Responsibilities The Refinish Technician will be responsible for taking repaired vehicles from the body department through the complete refinish process, including preparation, priming, and final finishing.

Responsibilities will include

Receiving repaired vehicles from the body department and reviewing the repair prior to beginning the prep process

Completing all required preparation work before paint application

Masking vehicles and components accurately and efficiently

Preparing panels and repaired areas to the required standard for refinishing

Applying primers, sealers, basecoat, and clearcoat according to manufacturer specifications

Utilizing the Glasurit 100 Line and associated colour-matching procedures

Utilizing the colour retrieval camera to identify and retrieve appropriate colour formulas

Completing a sprayout card for every paint cycle

Evaluating colour, coverage, blend, and finish before proceeding with the repair

Performing colour blending and panel refinishing as required

Ensuring proper flash times, application techniques, and curing procedures

Inspecting completed paintwork for coverage, colour match, texture, contamination, dirt nibs, and other imperfections

Polishing completed work and removing dirt nibs or minor imperfections as requiredCompleting final refinishing work to a standard that minimizes the need for additional correction

Communicating any concerns with body repairs or preparation before proceeding with paint

Quality Expectations We are looking for a technician who understands that quality is built into the process .

The expectation is not simply to get vehicles through the booth.



The expectation is to produce finished work that meets a professional collision repair standard with minimal need for additional refinement.

This means

Proper preparation before paint

Accurate colour identification and verification

Consistent application technique

Proper spray-out procedures

Careful inspection of completed work

Proper polishing and final finishing

Identifying and correcting issues before the vehicle moves forward in the process

Some polishing and finishing is a normal part of quality refinishing. However, our goal is to produce paintwork that requires minimal correction because it was properly prepared and applied in the first place .

Requirements Qualifications & Experience The ideal candidate will have:

Previous skilled experience as an Automotive Refinish Technician

Experience working in a collision repair environment

Strong experience with the Glasurit 100 Line

Experience with colour retrieval and colour-matching procedures

Experience using a colour retrieval camera

Strong understanding of preparation, paint application, blending, and finishing

Experience producing and evaluating sprayout cards

Ability to identify and correct colour, coverage, texture, and finish issues

Experience polishing and correcting completed paintwork

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work efficiently while maintaining consistent quality

Good organizational and inventory management skills A professional approach to shop cleanliness and equipment maintenance

Inventory & Materials Management The Refinish Technician will be responsible for maintaining and managing their own refinish-related inventory.

This includes

Monitoring paint and refinish material levels

Maintaining appropriate inventory levels

Tracking material usage through our inventory management software

Recording material consumption accurately

Identifying materials that need to be reordered

Maintaining an organized paint and material area

Using products and materials responsibly to minimize unnecessary waste

Experience with inventory management software is an asset, but training will be provided on the systems used in our facility.





Spray Booth & Work Area Maintenance The Refinish Technician will also be responsible for maintaining the spray booth and immediate work environment to the standards required for consistent refinishing results.

Responsibilities include

Keeping the spray booth clean and free of debris

Vacuuming the booth floor regularly

Changing booth filters as required

Removing accumulated contaminants

Blowing out residual contaminants prior to paint cycles

Ensuring the booth is properly prepared before each cycle

Maintaining a clean and organized mixing and prep area

Identifying and reporting booth or equipment issues A clean booth and controlled work environment are essential to producing consistent paintwork. Booth maintenance is therefore considered part of the refinishing process, not an afterthought.

Benefits The Right Fit We are looking for a professional who takes ownership of their work from start to finish.

The successful candidate should be comfortable taking a vehicle from the body department, assessing what is required, completing the preparation, managing the refinish process, and delivering a finished product that meets a high standard.

You should be someone who:

Takes pride in producing clean, consistent paintwork

Understands the importance of proper preparation

Pays close attention to colour and finish

Is organized and responsible with materials and inventory

Maintains their equipment and work environment

Works efficiently without sacrificing quality

Takes responsibility for the quality of the finished repair

Communicates effectively with the body and production teams

Is committed to doing the job correctly the first time

What We Offer This is an opportunity to join an established collision repair operation where quality workmanship, consistency, and professionalism are valued.

We are looking for a long term addition to our team and are interested in finding a technician whose approach to refinishing aligns with our standards.

In addition to a professional work environment and the opportunity to work with quality refinishing products and equipment,

a comprehensive employee benefits package is available to eligible staff .

Our benefits package is intended to support our employees both professionally and personally and forms part of our commitment to building a stable, long-term team.

If you are an experienced refinish technician who takes pride in producing quality work, understands the importance of preparation and colour accuracy, and wants to work in a professional collision repair environment, we would like to hear from you.

📌 Automotive Refinish Technician (Winnipeg)
🏢 CSN Collision
📍 Winnipeg