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CSN Collision

Car collision repair network in Canada

EV Autobody Repair Technician

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/17/2026
CA$52k - CA$95k+ Performance bonus + RRSP matching
Mid
Certification
Dieppe, NB, Canada
In Person
Automotive Service & RepairCollision, Body & Glass Repair

About the job

Requirements
  • At least three years of professional auto body collision repair experience.
  • A certificate in Collision Repair, Auto Body Repair, or a related trade.
  • I-CAR welding certification is required, or must be obtained within an agreed period after hiring.
  • Experience reading and following original equipment manufacturer repair procedures.
  • A thorough understanding of electric-vehicle high-voltage hazards, restricted work zones, personal protective equipment, and lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Experience with vehicle disassembly, reassembly, structural repair, and replacement of welded and bonded panels.
  • Experience using frame-straightening and computerized measuring equipment.
  • Ability to work with steel, aluminum, plastics, composites, glass, electrical systems, mechanical components, and vehicle accessories.
  • Familiarity with pre-repair and post-repair scanning, diagnostic trouble codes, advanced driver-assistance systems, and calibration requirements.
  • Ability to read and understand estimates, work orders, technical information, and automotive repair procedures.
  • Ability and willingness to follow standardized production and quality-control processes.
  • A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
  • Must supply appropriate personal tools and CSA-approved safety footwear.
  • Must use required electric-vehicle-rated personal protective equipment and testing equipment as directed.
  • Up-to-date workplace compliance training, including WHMIS, Worker Health and Safety Awareness, Workplace Violence and Harassment Prevention, accessibility requirements, and information-security/privacy requirements, or willingness to complete the required training.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds and perform work involving standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
Responsibilities
  • Review estimates, work orders, repair plans, and original equipment manufacturer procedures; conduct full damage assessments, including hidden or prior damage; and document supplements.
  • Identify high-voltage electric and hybrid vehicles and execute safety protocols, including establishing safety zones, verifying shutdown, isolation, and lockout, and maintaining barriers and signage.
  • Inspect electric-vehicle components, including battery enclosures, cooling systems, charging ports, cables, and underbody protection, and immediately report high-voltage or thermal hazards.
  • Perform structural and collision repairs to panels, doors, frames, glass, and trim using manufacturer-approved sectioning, MIG/MAG and spot welding, bonding, riveting, and measuring equipment.
  • Work safely with high-strength steel, ultra-high-strength steel, aluminum, plastics, and composites while protecting wiring, sensors, and high-voltage systems during hot work and surface preparation.
  • Coordinate and verify diagnostic scans, advanced driver-assistance system calibrations, and system initializations before vehicle delivery.
  • Maintain repair documentation, complete quality-control checks, conduct authorized test drives, and follow shop safety standards.
Desired Qualifications
  • Automotive Body and Collision Technician Red Seal endorsement, provincial trade certification, or registration in a recognized apprenticeship program.
  • Experience repairing electric and hybrid vehicles.
  • Current electric-vehicle or high-voltage safety training from I-CAR, an original equipment manufacturer, or another recognized training provider.
  • I-CAR and original equipment manufacturer collision-repair certifications.

About the company

CSN Collision operates a network of over 200 collision repair centres across Canada, repairing more than 200,000 vehicles each year to like-new condition. Vehicles are repaired by trained technicians using standardized methods across the national network to restore structural integrity, alignment, paint, and finish. Its large national footprint and standardized high-volume repairs provide consistent service and quality compared with smaller independent shops. Its goal is to maintain leadership in Canada’s collision-repair market by delivering reliable, high-quality repairs that help customers get back on the road with confidence.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Canada

Founded

2002

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What believers are saying

  • August 2026 CSN Advantage joined the network, extending Canadian footprint.
  • June 2026 CSN Father's Day Car Show strengthened community visibility and local trust.
  • CSN hired Kristle Bollans in 2026 to expand U.S. insurer sales.

What critics are saying

  • March 2026 CSN v. Lift Auto Group exposed dependence on enforceable partner contracts.
  • Lift's planned rebrand of 65 locations threatened CSN's royalty stream and brand consistency.
  • Large partner defections would cripple CSN's network model and weaken its acquisition thesis.

What makes CSN Collision unique

  • October 2025 ONCAP backed CSN, while founders retained ownership and operating control.
  • CSN runs 400-plus locations across North America and Europe, creating dense insurer reach.
  • March 2026 injunctions show CSN protects its brand, royalties, and partner discipline.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation

Company News

Media Matters Inc.
Apr 10th, 2026
Repairer retires: celebrating Guy Denis' 48-year career.

Repairer retires: celebrating Guy Denis' 48-year career. April 10, 2026 A veteran collision repair professional is retiring after 48 years in the trade. Guy Denis, a long-serving technician and team fixture at CSN Turpin Capital Collision, officially retired this week after 48 years working at the facility. Co-owner Danny Frangione framed the departure as both a professional loss and a moment of personal joy, noting that Guy had spent his final stretch at the facility preparing the next generation. "He was incredible - someone you build a team around," Frangione said. "His retirement is a big loss to the shop, but he did his due diligence and trained up his replacement. You could not ask for a better colleague." His colleagues marked the milestone with a series of celebrations that underscored the depth of his relationships across the business. A dinner with his spouse and close co-workers took place two weeks before his final shift. This was followed by a larger gathering on his last day that drew several former colleagues back into the shop. Denis, in turn, distributed gifts and personalized notes to many of the guests. The send-off extended beyond the immediate location to the broader organization. In a social media post, the shop and its parent group, Bemac Collision Group, highlighted both tenure and temperament. "What a day to celebrate him with all of my team and his family. Congrats Guy on your retirement. CSN Turpin Capital Collision and the entire Bemac Collision Group will miss you and wish you the best." Frangione added that Denis was a steadying presence famous for his shop floor mantra - "everything will be okay." Product of the Week Presented by Car-O-Liner Automotive Systems

Quandec Corporation
Oct 23rd, 2025
CSN Collision Gains ONCAP Private Equity Backing

CSN Collision, a collision repair network with over 400 locations in North America and Europe, has sold its founder-owned facilities to ONCAP, the private equity arm of Onex Corporation. The founders will retain a stake in the company. The financial terms were not disclosed. This deal provides CSN Collision with capital to acquire more repair facilities while maintaining its network of independently owned centers.

FenderBender
Sep 18th, 2025
Lakeside Auto Center Joins CSN Collision

Lakeside Auto Center is partnering with CSN Collision.

Autobody News
Jun 30th, 2025
CSN Collision Becomes NABC Level One Partner for 2025

CSN Collision has joined the highest tier of partnership with the National Auto Body Council (NABC) as a Level One partner, the organization announced.

BetaKit
Mar 14th, 2025
Web Summit Vancouver 2025 speaker lineup includes CEOs of Bluesky and Clio

A rebrand of tech mega-conference Collision under the parent company's name, Web Summit Vancouver will take place at the Vancouver Convention Centre from May 27-30.