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GearMotor Vehicle Body Repairer (Metal and Paint) Trade Skills

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Occupational Skills

Uses documentation.
Uses manufacturers’ specifications and repair procedures.
  • knowledge of sources of specifications and information
  • ability to access specifications and information
  • ability to interpret manufacturers’ specifications and repair procedures
  • ability to interpret and apply information from hard-copy and on-line technical manuals
Interprets estimates.
  • knowledge of industry terminology
  • knowledge of vehicle construction
  • knowledge of estimate formats
Uses work orders.
  • knowledge of vehicle construction
  • knowledge of industry terminology
  • knowledge of work order format
  • ability to follow work order
Interprets safety and environmental regulations.
  • knowledge of location of safety and environmental regulations
  • knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) documents
  • ability to interpret safety symbols
  • ability to interpret federal, provincial/territorial and municipal regulations
Uses tools and equipment.
Uses hand tools.
  • knowledge of types of hand tools such as removal and installation, bumping and straightening, sanding and material application tools
  • knowledge of limitations of use of hand tools
  • knowledge of torque specifications
  • ability to maintain hand tools
  • ability to store hand tools
  • ability to recognize worn, broken and defective hand tools
Uses power tools.
  • knowledge of types of power tools such as pneumatic, electric and hydraulic
  • knowledge of operating procedures
  • knowledge of limitations of use of power tools
  • ability to maintain power tools
  • ability to store power tools
  • ability to recognize hazards such as frayed cords, cracked case and leaking lines
Uses welding equipment.
  • knowledge of types of welding equipment such as oxyacetylene, Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW [MIG]) and plastic
  • knowledge of operating procedures
  • knowledge of welding consumable materials such as wire, shield gases and tips
  • ability to identify material to be welded
  • ability to perform applicable welding procedures
  • ability to maintain welding equipment
  • ability to store welding equipment
  • ability to recognize potential hazards
Uses straightening equipment.
  • knowledge of types of straightening equipment such as benches, floor mounted and portable
  • knowledge of vehicle construction
  • knowledge of repair sequence
  • knowledge of measuring equipment
  • ability to secure and anchor vehicle
  • ability to attach equipment to vehicle
  • ability to maintain straightening equipment
  • ability to store straightening equipment
  • ability to recognize potential hazards
Uses lifting equipment.
  • knowledge of lifting equipment such as hoists, jack stands, floor jacks and door jacks
  • knowledge of limitations of lifting equipment
  • knowledge of applications of lifting equipment
  • ability to recognize safe lifting locations or points
  • ability to maintain lifting equipment with techniques such as lubricating, checking fluid levels and cleaning
  • ability to locate and recognize damaged components
Uses measuring equipment.
  • knowledge of types of measuring equipment such as trams, centering gauges and lasers
  • knowledge of vehicle construction
  • knowledge of limitations of use of measuring equipment
  • ability to interpret and apply manufacturers’ specifications
  • ability to use industry-related computer software
  • ability to perform basic calculations
  • ability to set up measuring system
  • ability to maintain measuring equipment
  • ability to store measuring equipment
  • ability to recognize potential hazards
Uses refinishing tools and equipment.
  • knowledge of air pressures
  • knowledge of types of refinishing tools and equipment
  • knowledge of paint systems
  • ability to use personal fresh air system
  • ability to set up spray gun
  • ability to set up paint booth
  • ability to use paint mixing equipment such as agitators and scales
  • ability to use paint-related computer software
  • ability to maintain compressors
  • ability to maintain spray gun
  • ability to maintain paint booth
Uses personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • knowledge of types of PPE such as hearing, eye, skin and breathing protection
  • knowledge of PPE operations
  • knowledge of workplace safety and health regulations
  • ability to inspect and maintain PPE
  • ability to store PPE
  • ability to recognize worksite hazards
Organizes work.
Prepares damage estimate.
  • knowledge of vehicle construction
  • knowledge of industry terminology
  • knowledge of repair procedures
  • ability to assess visible damage
  • ability to assess hidden damage
  • ability to determine required parts and material
  • ability to determine required labour
  • ability to determine required sublet
  • ability to determine required miscellaneous costs such as hazardous waste disposal fees, freight fees and taxes
  • ability to communicate with suppliers
  • ability to locate and interpret manufacturer-specific documentation
  • ability to perform calculations
  • ability to use computers and office equipment
Orders parts and materials.
  • knowledge of vehicle construction
  • knowledge of industry terminology
  • knowledge of parts and materials
  • knowledge of repair procedures
  • ability to communicate with suppliers
  • ability to locate and interpret documentation such as parts manuals, computer databases and work orders
Organizes parts and materials.
  • knowledge of vehicle construction
  • knowledge of repair procedures
  • ability to identify parts and materials
  • ability to locate parts and materials
  • ability to store and inventory parts and materials
  • ability to interpret work order
Communicates with others.
  • ability to use conflict resolution techniques
  • ability to explain technical information in layperson’s terms
  • ability to communicate with related professionals such as tradespeople, appraisers and partspeople
  • ability to mentor apprentices
  • ability to operate communication equipment such as fax machines, two-way radios, computers and application software
Prepares work area.
  • knowledge of repair procedures
  • ability to perform housekeeping
  • ability to select tools and equipment
  • ability to lay out tools and equipment
Maintains safe work environment.
  • knowledge of WHMIS and MSDS and their locations
  • knowledge of PPE
  • knowledge of workers’ rights and responsibilities
  • knowledge of location of safety equipment such as eye wash station, fire fighting equipment and first aid kit
  • knowledge of emergency procedures
  • knowledge of disposal and recycling procedures
  • ability to recognize fire hazards
  • ability to recognize hazardous settings
  • ability to recognize personal injury hazards
  • ability to communicate potential hazards
  • ability to perform basic first aid
  • ability to operate ventilation systems
  • ability to keep work area clean and free from clutter
Applies corrosion protection material.
Applies weld through primer.
  • knowledge of vehicle construction
  • knowledge of application procedures
  • knowledge of isocyanates
  • ability to interpret product manufacturers’ recommended application procedures
  • ability to recognize types and extent of corrosion
Applies corrosion protection for electrical components.
  • knowledge of vehicle electrical systems and components
  • knowledge of material types
  • ability to interpret application procedures
  • ability to recognize types and extent of corrosion
Applies corrosion inhibitors.
  • knowledge of corrosion inhibitors such as undercoating, zinc primers, vinyl primers and etch primers
  • knowledge of vehicle construction
  • ability to select material such as metal etch, epoxy and zinc chromate
  • ability to interpret application procedures
  • ability to apply seam sealers and undercoating
  • ability to use application equipment such as spray gun, applicator tools, brush and aerosols
  • ability to recognize types and extent of corrosion
  • ability to maintain and store equipment
Repairs and replaces trim.
Removes trim.
  • knowledge of types of trim
  • knowledge of vehicle construction
  • knowledge of fastening systems such as clips, adhesives and screws
  • ability to perform trim removal procedures
Installs trim.
  • knowledge of types of trim
  • knowledge of vehicle construction
  • knowledge of fastening systems such as clips, adhesives and screws
  • knowledge of trim function
  • ability to prepare surface for trim installation
  • ability to prepare trim for installation
  • ability to perform trim installation procedures
Repairs trim.
  • knowledge of types of trim
  • knowledge of trim function
  • knowledge of repair materials and equipment
  • ability to identify trim composition
  • ability to perform trim repair procedures such as plastic welding, heating, restoring shape and matching texture and patterns
Performs final check.
Inspects vehicle visually.
  • knowledge of vehicle construction and components
  • knowledge of panel alignment and fit
  • ability to recognize industry standards such as colour, symmetry and appearance
  • ability to locate and identify imperfections
Performs operational check.
  • knowledge of components’ operation
  • ability to recognize component failures
Conducts road test.
  • knowledge of road test procedures
  • ability to recognize acceptable vehicle performance
  • ability to legally operate a motor vehicle
  • ability to identify faults such as squeaks, leaks, rattles and wind noise
  • ability to check for road worthiness such as lights, alignment, exhaust and brakes
  • ability to recognize vehicle operation warning indicators such as ABS, air bag and “check engine” light

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Frame And Structural Components

Repairs structural components.
Performs vehicle setup.
  • knowledge of anchoring techniques for vehicle types such as unibody or frame
  • knowledge of anchoring equipment
  • ability to identify vehicle anchoring points
  • ability to anchor vehicle to structural repair device
  • ability to set up measuring system
Identifies extent of damage.
  • knowledge of basic mathematics
  • ability to interpret measurements
  • ability to compare actual measurements to manufacturers’ specifications
Removes components for access.
  • knowledge of removal procedures
  • ability to identify components to be removed
  • ability to operate specialty tools such as engine lifts, pullers and spring compressors
  • ability to store removed components
Straightens structural components.
  • knowledge of types of damage
  • knowledge of structural component composition such as high tensile steel, aluminium, magnesium and fibre reinforced composite
  • ability to use repair clamps and fixtures
  • ability to correct damage by pulling structures, stress relieving and reshaping
  • ability to identify fastening points for clamps and fixtures
  • ability to fasten clamps and fixtures
Verifies measurement and fit
  • knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications for structural dimensions
  • knowledge of allowable tolerances
  • ability to visually inspect fit
  • ability to fit and align parts
  • ability to measure and compare to manufacturers’ specifications
Installs components.
  • knowledge of torque specifications
  • knowledge of installation procedures
  • knowledge of reusable and non-reusable fasteners and components
  • ability to follow installation sequence
  • ability to fit components
Replaces structural components.
Removes structural components.
  • knowledge of vehicle construction
  • knowledge of manufacturers’ removal procedures
  • ability to identify areas for sectioning
  • ability to perform removal procedures such as cutting, pneumatic chiselling, unfastening and removing spot welds
Installs structural components.
  • knowledge of installation procedures
  • knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
  • knowledge of measuring techniques
  • knowledge of allowable tolerances
  • knowledge of materials and composites
  • ability to prepare structural components
  • ability to perform installation techniques such as welding, bonding and bolting
  • ability to align and fit

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Outer Body Panels

Repairs panels.
Prepares panels for repair.
  • knowledge of repair materials
  • knowledge of cleaning products
  • knowledge of abrasives and strippers
  • ability to determine panel composition
  • ability to identify top coat
  • ability to identify substrate
  • ability to remove panel components such as door handles and fender flares
  • ability to clean panel
  • ability to use abrasives and strippers
Reshapes panels.
  • knowledge of types and severity of damage such as stretches, buckles and tears
  • knowledge of reshaping procedures such as heating, cold repair and pushing/pulling
  • ability to determine panel composition
  • ability to visualize desired outcome
  • ability to restore panel contours by techniques such as shrinking, hammer and dolly, patching and heating
Aligns panels.
  • knowledge of alignment sequence
  • ability to restore manufacturer-specified gaps, seams and contours
Applies repair materials.
  • knowledge of application procedures
  • knowledge of types of repair materials and their properties
  • ability to select required repair materials
  • ability to prepare repair materials
Shapes repair materials.
  • knowledge of types of repair materials and their properties
  • knowledge of abrasives
  • ability to sand material to desired contour by hand, block and machine sanding
Replaces panels.
Removes panels.
  • knowledge of removal procedures
  • ability to identify panel composition
  • ability to remove necessary components for access
Prepares common surfaces.
  • knowledge of abrasives
  • knowledge of fastening procedures
  • ability to sand common surfaces
  • ability to determine common surfaces
  • ability to determine need for corrosion protection such as weld through primer
  • ability to use cleaning products
Test fits panels.
  • knowledge of methods for fastening a panel for test fitting
  • ability to align to adjacent panels
  • ability to identify and correct imperfections in fit
Installs panel.
  • knowledge of vehicle construction
  • knowledge of bonding materials and their properties
  • ability to use attaching procedures such as welding, bonding and mechanical fastening
  • ability to fit panel
  • ability to use bonding materials
  • ability to perform welding techniques such as GMAW (MIG) welding and resistance spot welding
  • ability to use fasteners such as bolts, screws, nuts, clips, pins and bushings
  • ability to apply seam sealers
  • ability to apply sound deadeners such as sprays and pads

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Glass

Replaces structural glass.
Prepares surfaces.
  • knowledge of glass removal techniques
  • knowledge of structural glass applications
  • knowledge of bonding and priming material specifications such as expiry date and drying times
  • knowledge of types of bonding materials
  • ability to identify contamination
  • ability to clean surfaces
  • ability to apply primers such as pinch weld primers and glass primers
  • ability to apply bonding material such as urethane
Installs structural glass.
  • knowledge of types of structural glass such as tempered and laminated
  • knowledge of glass handling techniques such as suction cups and gloves
  • knowledge of glass identification such as NAGS and OEM
  • knowledge of structural glass options such as antenna, heated glass, rain sensors and heads-up display
  • knowledge of types of urethane
  • ability to apply urethane bead
  • ability to perform test fit
  • ability to perform final fit
  • ability to fit mouldings
Repairs laminated glass.
  • knowledge of types of repair equipment
  • ability to determine glass repairability
  • ability to use repair equipment
Replaces non-structural glass.
Removes non-structural
  • knowledge of types of non-structural glass
  • knowledge of removal techniques
  • knowledge of component operation
  • knowledge of types of fasteners
  • ability to remove trim and components such as speakers, door pads and vapour barriers
  • ability to handle and store glass
Removes debris.
  • knowledge of types of glass
  • knowledge of location of debris
  • knowledge of safety equipment and procedures
  • ability to perform cleaning techniques such as sweeping, vacuuming and blowing
Services hardware.
  • knowledge of hardware components such as regulators, window guides, channel guides and latches
  • ability to identify defective hardware
  • ability to remove and replace defective hardware
  • ability to lubricate components
  • ability to repair and align hardware
  • ability to perform operational check
Installs non-structural glass.
  • knowledge of glass components
  • knowledge of bonding agents such as urethane and butyl
  • ability to use installation techniques with materials such as lock, rubber, bolt and rivet
  • ability to use specialty tools
  • ability to install trim
  • ability to perform operational check and alignment

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Mechanical And Electrical Components

Repairs and replaces mechanical components.
Removes mechanical components.
  • knowledge of manufacturers’ removal procedures
  • ability to perform manufacturers’ procedures
  • ability to identify components to be removed
  • ability to operate specialty tools
  • ability to lift and secure vehicle and components
  • ability to store components
Cleans mechanical components.
  • knowledge of component material
  • knowledge of cleaners and cleaning procedures
  • ability to operate cleaning equipment
  • ability to determine reusability of components
  • ability to transport and store components
Straightens mechanical components.
  • knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
  • ability to determine repairability of components
Installs mechanical components.
  • knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
  • ability to perform manufacturers’ procedures
  • ability to follow installation sequence
  • ability to operate specialty tools
Repairs and replaces electrical components.
Repairs damaged wires and exterior coverings.
  • knowledge of types of wires and coverings
  • knowledge of testing equipment such as voltmeters and test lights
  • knowledge of corrosion protection
  • ability to splice, cut and solder
  • ability to determine repairability of wires
  • ability to identify damaged wires
  • ability to reapply corrosion protection
  • ability to reapply coverings such as heat shrink, loom and electrical tape
Cleans corroded components and connections.
  • knowledge of cleaning tools and materials
  • knowledge of types of connectors
  • knowledge of reusability of coverings
  • ability to remove corrosion
  • ability to verify connection, ground, flow and current
  • ability to visually inspect coverings
  • ability to remove and replace coverings
Removes damaged electrical components.
  • knowledge of component operation
  • knowledge of removal procedures such as cutting, unfastening and disconnecting
  • ability to identify damaged components
  • ability to disconnect components
  • ability to store or dispose of components
Installs electrical components.
  • knowledge of corrosion preventative materials
  • knowledge of manufacturers’ requirements for installation of components such as computers, air bags and ABS
  • ability to splice, solder and perform electrical connections
  • ability to read electrical diagrams
  • ability to test and verify component operation
  • ability to apply corrosion preventative materials

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Restraint System And Interior Components

Repairs and replaces interior components.
  • knowledge of types of fasteners
  • knowledge of removal sequence
  • ability to recognize damaged components
  • ability to store components
Installs interior components.
  • knowledge of types of fasteners
  • knowledge of types of interior components
  • ability to install fasteners
  • ability to follow installation sequence
Repairs interior components.
  • knowledge of component composition
  • knowledge of repair products
  • knowledge of product manufacturers’ procedures
  • ability to follow repair procedures
  • ability to contour components
  • ability to refinish components
Replaces seat belt restraint systems.
Removes interior panels and upholstery.
  • knowledge of types of fasteners and attaching methods
  • ability to recognize damaged components
  • ability to follow removal sequence
  • ability to store components
Removes seat belt restraint systems.
  • knowledge of types of seat belt restraint systems such as active and passive
  • knowledge of mounting hardware
  • knowledge of hardware removal procedure
  • ability to disconnect electrical connections
  • ability to remove mounting hardware
  • ability to follow removal sequence
  • ability to examine seat belt restraint systems
Installs seat belt restraint systems.
  • knowledge of types of seat belt restraint systems such as active and passive
  • knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications and installation procedures
  • knowledge of electrical connections
  • ability to install mounting hardware
  • ability to follow installation sequence
  • ability to verify component operation
Installs interior panels and upholstery.
  • knowledge of types of fasteners
  • ability to follow installation sequence
  • ability to install fasteners
Replaces air bag systems.
Removes air bags.
  • knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications and removal procedures
  • knowledge of air bag removal hazards
  • ability to disarm system
  • ability to disconnect air bag and connectors according to manufacturers’ specifications
Removes related components.
  • knowledge of types of components
  • knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications and procedures
  • ability to use specialty tools such as steering wheel puller
  • ability to locate and recognize related components
Replaces related components.
  • knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications and replacement procedures
  • ability to determine location and alignment of components
  • ability to install electrical components and connections
Installs air bags.
  • knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications and replacement procedures
  • knowledge of air bag installation hazards
  • knowledge of self-diagnostic system
  • ability to handle air bags
  • ability to install electrical components and connections

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Refinishing

Prepares surfaces.
Decontaminates area.
  • knowledge of types of contaminants such as tar, sap, wax, oil, shine guard and grease
  • knowledge of procedures for handling contaminants and cleaning materials
  • ability to use cleaners such as solvents, soaps and cleaning clay
  • ability to use cleaning equipment such as pressure washer and brushes
  • ability to follow cleaning procedures
  • ability to dispose of used cleaning materials
  • ability to recognize hazards of cleaning materials
Sands surfaces.
  • knowledge of abrasive products
  • knowledge of desired outcome
  • ability to use sanding techniques such as blocking and use of guide coats
  • ability to protect surrounding area
  • ability to prepare blend areas
Cleans sanded surfaces.
  • knowledge of cleaning materials such as solvents and rubbing compounds
  • ability to perform cleaning techniques such as blowing and washing
  • ability to protect surrounding areas
Masks off surrounding area.
  • knowledge of masking materials such as tape, paper, poly and foam
  • ability to perform masking techniques such as masking jambs and back masking
Prepares and applies refinishing materials.
Mixes refinishing materials.
  • knowledge of types of refinishing materials such as primers, sealers and topcoats
  • knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications such as mixing ratios
  • knowledge of tinting procedures
  • knowledge of product quality maintenance procedures
  • knowledge of mixing hazards
  • ability to measure precise quantities
  • ability to strain materials
  • ability to dispose of environmentally sensitive materials
  • ability to store refinishing materials
Performs final wash and tack.
  • knowledge of types of contaminants
  • knowledge of types of washing products
  • ability to clean refinishing area using techniques such as blowing, washing and tacking
  • ability to apply anti-static products
  • ability to set up paint booth
Applies material to surface.
  • knowledge of spraying techniques such as cross and drop coating and colour and clear blending
  • knowledge of product specifications such as drying and flash times
  • ability to prime surface
  • ability to operate paint booth
  • ability to operate spray gun
  • ability to troubleshoot equipment
  • ability to clean spray equipment
  • ability to match finish such as colour, texture and type
Removes masking.
  • knowledge of types of masking material
  • knowledge of unmasking techniques and time line limitations for mask removal
  • ability to clean work area
  • ability to dispose of material

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Detailing

Details exterior.
Polishes vehicle.
  • knowledge of surface defects such as nibs, runs and overspray
  • ability to operate polishing equipment such as hand, electric and air-powered equipment
  • ability to remove defects
  • ability to store polishing equipment
Washes vehicle.
  • knowledge of types of cleaners such as tire cleaners, exterior soap and window cleaners
  • knowledge of paint care procedures
  • ability to identify surface contaminants
  • ability to operate washing equipment such as mitts, brushes and pressure washer
Removes overspray.
  • knowledge of types of overspray such as paint and undercoat
  • knowledge of topcoats and surfaces
  • ability to follow removal procedures
Details interior.
Cleans interior.
  • knowledge of cleaning and stain removal products
  • ability to use cleaning and stain removal tools
  • ability to use debris removal tools such as vacuum, air blower and shampooer
Cleans hard surfaces.
  • knowledge of types of cleaners such as rubbing compounds and soap
  • knowledge of types of cleaning equipment
  • knowledge of surface composition
  • knowledge of cleaning precautions
  • ability to perform various cleaning techniques and procedures

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Provided by the Interprovincial Standards Red Seal Program National Occupational Analysis (NOA) http://www.red-seal.ca