Experienced Auto Body Technician – Collision Repair, Custom Modifications & Restoration

Company: Auto Fleet Inc. (Auto Fleet Complete)

Location: Calgary, Alberta

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Work Location: In Person

About Auto Fleet Inc.

Auto Fleet Inc. is a growing, full-service automotive repair and customization facility in Calgary, Alberta, providing comprehensive bumper-to-bumper automotive services, including collision repairs, auto body restoration, hail damage repairs, mechanical services, vehicle upgrades, and custom automotive projects.

We are looking for a highly experienced, creative, hardworking, and skilled Auto Body Technician who can confidently complete automotive body repairs and modifications from start to finish.

We are not looking for someone who can only perform one part of an auto body repair. We need a complete, hands-on auto body skilled who can disassemble, repair, restore, modify, prepare, and reassemble vehicles independently while delivering exceptional workmanship.

The ideal candidate has strong technical skills, a creative mindset, excellent attention to detail, and a genuine passion for automotive craftsmanship.

Key ResponsibilitiesComplete Auto Body & Collision Repairs

- Perform complete auto body repairs from initial disassembly through final assembly and quality inspection.
- Assess vehicle body damage and determine appropriate repair procedures.
- Remove, repair, replace, and reinstall damaged automotive body panels and components.
- Perform collision repairs on domestic, imported, luxury, and specialty vehicles.
- Repair dents, scratches, damaged panels, bumpers, doors, fenders, hoods, quarter panels, and related body components.
- Perform metal straightening, panel alignment, body filler application, sanding, and surface preparation.
- Repair and replace welded, bolted, and bonded body components using manufacturer-approved procedures.
- Perform structural and non-structural body repairs within training, equipment, and manufacturer specifications.
- Prepare repaired surfaces and body panels for refinishing and painting.
- Reassemble vehicles accurately, ensuring proper panel gaps, alignment, fitment, and finish.
- Inspect completed work to ensure excellent quality, appearance, and customer satisfaction.

Hail Damage & Dent Repair
- Diagnose and assess hail damage on vehicle body panels.
- Perform conventional hail damage repairs, including panel repair, dent removal, and surface preparation.
- Carry out paintless dent repair (PDR) where qualified and where the repair method is appropriate.
- Repair minor and major dents while preserving or restoring vehicle appearance.
- Determine when panels require repair versus replacement.
- Ensure hail damage repairs meet professional quality standards.

Custom Vehicle Modifications & Upgrades
- Participate in custom automotive builds, vehicle upgrades, restoration projects, and specialty modifications.
- Install and modify aftermarket body kits, bumpers, spoilers, fenders, grilles, side skirts, and other exterior components.
- Perform custom bodywork, fabrication, fitting, and modifications to achieve the desired vehicle appearance.
- Assist with luxury vehicle upgrades, cosmetic transformations, and specialty automotive projects.
- Adapt and fit custom components while maintaining proper alignment, functionality, and safety.
- Use creativity and practical problem-solving skills to develop solutions for unique automotive projects.
- Work closely with management to plan and execute custom vehicle modifications.




- Contribute creative ideas and professional recommendations for improving vehicle appearance and project outcomes.
- Complete modifications from initial disassembly and preparation through final installation and assembly.

Disassembly, Assembly & Finishing
- Independently perform complete vehicle disassembly and reassembly for body repairs and customization projects.
- Remove and reinstall bumpers, headlights, taillights, trims, doors, panels, mirrors, interior components, and exterior accessories.
- Properly organize, label, and protect vehicle components during repairs.
- Ensure all electrical connections, sensors, trims, and related components are properly reinstalled.
- Perform panel fitting, alignment, gap adjustments, and final finishing work.
- Coordinate with paint and mechanical departments when required.
- Conduct final quality inspections to ensure the vehicle is properly assembled and ready for delivery.

Required Qualifications Applicants must meet the following requirements:

- Minimum 5 years of proven, hands-on professional auto body repair experience.
- Extensive practical experience completing auto body repairs from start to finish.
- Strong experience with vehicle disassembly, body repair, panel replacement, preparation, and reassembly.
- Proven ability to perform collision repairs, dent repairs, and conventional hail damage repairs.
- Hands-on experience with custom bodywork, aftermarket body kits, vehicle upgrades, or modifications.
- Excellent knowledge of automotive body materials, repair techniques, tools, and equipment.
- Ability to repair, fit, align, and replace automotive body panels accurately.
- Strong understanding of body filler application, sanding, surface preparation, and finishing procedures.
- Ability to interpret repair instructions, technical specifications, and manufacturer repair procedures.
- Strong creative thinking, craftsmanship, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to complete projects independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.
- Ability to work efficiently in a busy automotive repair environment.
- Robust work ethic, reliability, professionalism, and accountability.
- Commitment to workplace safety and proper repair procedures.

Preferred Qualifications
- Alberta Journeyperson certification in Auto Body Technician or recognized equivalent.
- Canadian Red Seal endorsement in Auto Body and Collision Technician.
- Experience with custom vehicle fabrication, restoration, and specialty automotive projects.
- Experience installing widebody kits, custom bumpers, spoilers, and aftermarket exterior upgrades.
- Paintless dent repair (PDR) experience and training.
- Experience working with luxury, European, performance, and specialty vehicles.
- Experience with automotive welding, metal fabrication, and advanced panel repair.
- Experience with complete vehicle restoration projects.
- Familiarity with insurance collision repair procedures and estimating systems.
- Experience with automotive refinishing or paint preparation.

What We're Looking For We are looking for a complete auto body professional — someone who combines real technical expertise with creativity, craftsmanship,



and the ability to turn challenging automotive projects into outstanding finished vehicles.

The successful candidate must be:

- Highly experienced: Capable of independently completing full auto body repairs from disassembly to final assembly.
- Creative and innovative: Able to contribute ideas and solutions for vehicle modifications, upgrades, and custom builds.
- Versatile: Comfortable handling collision repairs, hail damage, dent repairs, panel replacements, restoration, and custom bodywork.
- Detail-oriented: Committed to precise panel alignment, clean finishing, and excellent overall workmanship.
- Fast and productive: Able to complete jobs efficiently without compromising safety or quality.
- Hardworking and reliable: Takes pride in their work and consistently delivers results.
- Independent and accountable: Can manage complex projects and take ownership of the finished product.
- Passionate about automotive work: Enjoys transforming damaged vehicles and creating high-quality custom projects.

We value genuine hands-on experience, creativity, precision, and professional workmanship.

Practical Skills Assessment

As part of our recruitment process, shortlisted candidates may be invited to participate in a paid practical assessment to demonstrate their technical abilities.

The assessment may include

- Explaining previous collision repair and restoration projects.
- Demonstrating proper vehicle disassembly and reassembly techniques.
- Assessing damaged panels and recommending appropriate repair methods.
- Demonstrating panel alignment, fitting, and finishing techniques.
- Discussing previous hail damage repair experience.
- Explaining their approach to custom vehicle modifications and aftermarket body kit installations.
- Demonstrating problem-solving abilities on a realistic auto body repair or modification task.

We are looking for proven practical ability, not just qualifications listed on a resume. Why Join Auto Fleet?

At Auto Fleet Inc., we are building a team of skilled automotive professionals who take pride in exceptional workmanship, creativity, productivity, and customer satisfaction.

This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of automotive projects, including everyday collision repairs, challenging bodywork, luxury vehicle upgrades, and unique custom builds.

We value technicians who bring expertise, creativity, dedication, and fresh ideas to the workshop.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume along with a brief description of:

- Your total years of professional auto body repair experience.
- Your experience completing full auto body repairs from start to finish.
- Your experience with hail damage and dent repairs.
- Your experience with custom vehicle modifications, body kits, upgrades, or restoration projects.
- Any relevant trade certifications or professional training.

Portfolio strongly encouraged: Applicants are invited to submit before-and-after photos or videos of previous auto body repairs, restorations, custom modifications, or specialty automotive projects they have personally completed. Important: This position requires substantial hands-on auto body experience. Candidates must be capable of independently completing complex repairs and demonstrating high-quality craftsmanship.

Join Auto Fleet Inc. and help us build, repair, restore, and transform vehicles to the highest professional standards!

Pay: $60,000.00-$84,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Company car
- Company events
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Experienced Auto Body Technician – Collision Repair, Custom Modifications & Restoration (Calgary)
🏢 Auto Fleet Complete
📍 Calgary