Body Shop Technician

Drive for Excellence

Don Valley Volkswagen has proudly served the Greater Toronto Area for over five decades, making our team one of the most experienced in all makes and models. We are one of the highest volume new Volkswagen stores dedicated to top-tier guest service.

Don Valley Volkswagen is currently seeking a high energy, motivated Body Shop Technician to join our team.

About Us

Performance Auto Group, is a leading automotive group, whose purpose is to be the preferred automotive group by fostering fair and respectful relationships that positively impact our team, customers, partners, and communities. Our core values as an organization are the principles we were built on that guide us today:

• Great Experience: Every customer is entitled to a great experience
• Integrity: We are honest and transparent in our actions
• Diversity: We are stronger through the inclusion of people, brands and ideas
• Innovation: We passionately embrace opportunities for new and continuous improvements
• Empowerment: We encourage and support our people in taking initiative
• Giving Back: We positively impact the communities in which we live, work and raise families

Here's what you'll deliver:

• Project a positive attitude for the benefit of our customers and our junior employees.
• Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards using manufacturer repair instructions when ever available (ask production manager for them before work starts.
• Immediately notifies Body Shop Advisor when additional work is needed.
• Examine all vehicles to determine if additional safety or service work is required.
• Perform all work as outlined on the front of the repair order and as authorized on the back, with efficiency and accuracy, and in accordance with company and factory standards.
• Supervise work of all apprentice technicians or students; report immediately any deficiencies to the Production Manager.
• Attend factory-sponsored training classes as scheduled by management.
• Attend dealer-specified training courses as scheduled by management.
• Keep abreast of all factory technical bulletins.
• Learn and understand all current and emerging technologies as they apply to automobile service.
• Other duties as required by management.

What you need to succeed:

• Body Shop Technician, fully licensed (310B) is an asset.
• 3-5 years experience with auto body repairs is required.
• Experience with Insurance Collision Repair and Pre-owned reconditioning work.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• Must have a valid Ontario Driver's License and good driving record.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and succeed.
• Must be team oriented, hardworking with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work overtime when required.

What's in it for you?

• Excellent management support and guidance
• Opportunities through our Internal career mobility program
• Access to health, dental and vision insurance
• Tool and Boot Allowance
• Disability, critical illness and life insurance for the unexpected
• Our Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) for you and your family's wellness
• Discount on vehicles, service and parts for you and your family
• Discounts to retailers and service providers across the country
• Free and engaging employee events
• Did we mention we love giving back to our communities?

***This compensation range will be based on knowledge, experience and bonus earnings***

Job Type: Full Time - Permanent

Compensation: $70,000 - $130,000 per year (flat-rate)

Performance Auto Group is a leading automotive company in Southern Ontario with over 2000 employees, 23 brands and 44 locations in Brampton, Brantford, Bolton, Grimsby, Mississauga, Orangeville, St. Catharines, Huntsville and Toronto. Performance Auto Group also includes AutoPlanet Direct, Ontario's largest indoor used car showroom.

We thank all applicants; however only those contacted for an interview will be considered. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people with special needs. Accommodations will be provided throughout the selection process as requested. For any inquiries please email us.