Auto Body Technician

**Company description**

Jerry's Auto Body is a small town family run auto body repair shop that has been serving the area for 54 yrs (est 1969). To offer excellent service at a reasonable price, work done right and on time. We are looking to hire someone who can help us accomplish this for our customers.

The successful applicant must have some experience. Wage is determined by experience.

**Job description**

**We are looking for a licensed auto body technician or 2nd or 3rd year auto body technician apprentice to add to our team.**

**We repair and service all makes and models. The work is challenging with lots of variety. We are looking to hire someone who can problem solve, work carefully and communicate well. You would be working along side/mentored by a senior technician with lots of experience and the ability to train and answer questions. If you are someone who is excited about this trade, want to grow your skills and gain great on the job experience, this job may be for you**

**Your Key responsibilities**:

- Perform quality repairs on a variety of vehicles.
- Straightening and realign damaged panels and frames using 3 dimensional frame and uni-body straightening equipment (Wedge Clamp experience an asset)
- Remove and install new or recycled parts onto repaired vehicles.
- File, grind and sand body surfaces using hand and power tools
- Preparing vehicles for refinishing including: feathering, masking, sanding, priming as per insurance guidelines and standards.
- Inspect repaired vehicles for proper functioning, completion of work, dimensional accuracy, and overall appearance of paint job.
- Keep work environment and surrounding area clean and tidy
- Be able to work well with others and be able to prioritize work to completion.
- Professional demeanor and strong work ethic.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Efficient problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Open to continuous learning and development.

**Requirements**:

- Looking for a 2 or 3 yr apprentice or licensed Auto body Technician and/or experience within the trade.
- Apprentice registration with Ontario College of trades required to work as an apprentice technician.
- Able to understand, communicate, read and write English at a level needed to meet job related task and safety requirements.
- MUST have your own hand tools or be willing to purchase.
- Possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving history.
- Have your own transportation to get to work.
- Knowledge of and the ability to operate machinery and tools required to complete repairs.
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
- High level of integrity and work ethic.
- Ability to meet physical demands such as heavy lifting, standing for long periods of time and using power and hand-held equipment.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Apprenticeship

**Salary**: $48,000.00-$63,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

**Experience**:

- College of Trades: 1 year (required)
- Auto Body Repair: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driver's license (required)

Work Location: In person