Auto Body Refinisher

Company: Boyd Autobody

At Boyd Auto Body & Glass, we have been providing quality workmanship on every collision repair for over 30 years. As part of The Boyd Group, we have numerous locations throughout Western and Central Canada. We provide the knowledge and equipment you need to excel on our team. We also invest in our employees, offering training sessions and assisting with certifications. If you're looking for a new opportunity, we provide career growth, an excellent benefits plan, RRSP matching, and competitive compensation.

Benefits That Drive Your Success

Boyd Auto Body & Glass offers comprehensive benefits as an industry leader, including:

• Competitive Pay

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision, effective after 1 month of employment

• RRSP with company match

• Annual Paid Vacation Time Off

• Career Growth Opportunities

• Ongoing Training

• A Professional Atmosphere, Great Working Conditions with Dynamic Leadership

Job Description:

The Auto Body Refinisher's primary responsibility is refinishing to ensure a quality repair of each customer's vehicle. The Auto Body Refinisher mixes paint, colour matches and refinishes each vehicle. The Auto Body Refinisher works with all team members in achieving the repair facilities KPIs.

Key Job Responsibilities 

• Ensures consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan
• Inspects body and prep repairs for deficiencies that may impact the quality of the refinish process; advise production supervisor as required
• Ensures all paint deficiencies are corrected through wet sand and polishing (i.e. runs, dirt nibs, etc.)
• Prep surface for paint using hand and power tools 
• Review damage reports of the repairs to be completed
• Surface preparation, vehicle masking, priming, and top coating.
• Accurately mixes paint to ensure quality colour match and apply to repaired or replaced body panel
• Apply new knowledge and skills to ensure a high level of quality and productivity, which directly contributes to KPI's (Sales/ CP/ EBITA/ BHPD/ NPS).
• Take responsibility for outcomes and continuously seek learning opportunities to improve performance

Minimum Education and/or Experience Required for the Job

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 2 years previous Auto Body Paint Refinishing experience in a collision repair facility refinish role

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• Red Seal Certification is preferred
• I-Car Registered (working towards Gold Class certification)
• PPG Certification preferred 

Other Requirements Travel, physical requirements, etc.

• Frequently required to bend, crouch, reach, handle tools and lift approximately 50 lbs.
• Must provide your own tools
• Valid driver's license required

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The physical demands of your job must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Compensation Details

Compensation:

$32/hour flat rate

Compensation is commensurate with skill, education and experience.

Your Success is Our Priority

We believe in investing in our people. From day one, you'll join a professional atmosphere with great working conditions and dynamic leadership. You'll also have access to comprehensive benefits that support your well-being and financial goals, with medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits effective after one month of employment. We're dedicated to providing ongoing training and clear paths for career advancement, ensuring you have the tools and opportunities to excel in the exciting and evolving collision repair industry.

Boyd Auto Body & Glass is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, and genetic information, creed, marital status, or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

AI Disclosure Statement:
At The Boyd Group and all affiliated companies, we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for employment. All hiring decisions are made by real people who review each application individually.