Apprentice Collision Body Technician

Kaizen Automotive Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 22,041 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

CARSTAR Sunridge in Calgary, Alberta is seeking an Apprentice Collision Body Technician to support the collision center. You’ll assist with teardown, basic body work, and prep for repair in an OEM-certified environment, under the guidance of senior technicians.

This apprenticeship combines hands-on training, mentorship, and formal education through a provincially recognized program, with a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement inspired by Kaizen.

Qualifications

• Interest in becoming a Red Seal Collision Repair Technician.
• Prior automotive or mechanical experience is an asset but not required.
• Basic understanding of vehicle components and repair processes preferred.
• Strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to manage physical demands including lifting, standing, and using tools/equipment.
• Enrollment in or willingness to enroll in a recognized collision apprenticeship program.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior technicians with teardowns, damage assessments and repair planning.
• Learn and perform basic body repair tasks, including part removal/installation, sanding, grinding, and minor metalwork.
• Support documentation of damage, photos, and repair requirements.
• Prepare vehicles for body repair and paint processes, including panel preparation and masking.
• Maintain tools and work areas in a clean and organized manner.
• Follow OEM repair procedures, safety protocols and shop standards.
• Coordinate with technicians, estimators, and parts personnel to support workflow.
• Participate in ongoing training (OEM certifications, ICAR courses).
• Assist with quality checks and reassembly under supervision.
• All other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Good communication skills

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Physical stamina

Education

Enrollment in recognized collision apprenticeship program

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Brand Statement

Rev Up Your Career at CARSTAR Sunridge in Calgary, Alberta!

Join a team where progress isn’t just a goal, it’s the culture we live and breathe. As part of a family-owned and operated automotive group, CARSTAR Sunridge embraces Kaizen —‘continuous improvement’— as the driving force behind how we operate. We are always evolving to deliver an exceptional experience for our customers, strengthen opportunities for our employees, and support the communities in which we work.

At CARSTAR Sunridge, you’ll step into a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment where your ideas matter, your growth is prioritized, and your work fuels a culture of excellence. If you're passionate, driven, and ready to accelerate your career, this is the place for you.

Start your engine - your next great opportunity begins here!

As part of the Kaizen Automotive Group, CARSTAR Sunridge is proud to be able to empower our associates with a supportive workplace and access to the benefits they need along their professional journey to feel happy, healthy and valued.

Full-Time employees enjoy a robust benefits package, including:

• Competitive Compensation
• Dental & Extended Health Coverage
• Company Pension
• Paid Time Off
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• Vehicle Purchase & Service Discounts
• Paid Professional Development
• Company-Wide Appreciation Events
• And SO MUCH MORE!

Overview

Position Summary

The Apprentice Collision Body Technician supports the collision center by learning and assisting with structural, body, and cosmetic vehicle repairs in an OEM certified environment. Under the guidance of senior technicians and the Body Shop Foreman, this role develops foundational skills in teardown, repair methods, metalwork, part installation, and vehicle reassembly. The apprentice follows OEM procedures and safety standards while progressing through hands-on training, mentorship, and formal technical education through a provincially recognized educational facility.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior technicians with vehicle teardowns, damage assessments, and repair planning.
• Learn and perform basic body repair tasks, including part removal/installation, sanding, grinding, and minor metalwork.
• Support blueprinting by documenting damage, taking photographs, and helping identify repair requirements.
• Prepare vehicles for body repair and paint processes, including panel preparation and masking.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized manner.
• Follow OEM repair procedures, safety protocols, and shop standards at all times.
• Coordinate with technicians, estimators, and parts personnel to support efficient workflow.
• Participate in ongoing training and development (OEM certifications, ICAR courses, apprenticeship programs).
• Assist with quality checks and reassembly under direction from senior technicians or the Foreman.
• All other duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications

• Interest in becoming a Red Seal Collision Repair Technician.
• Prior automotive or mechanical experience is an asset but not required.
• Basic understanding of vehicle components and repair processes preferred.
• Strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to manage physical demands including lifting, standing, and using tools/equipment.
• Enrollment in or willingness to enroll in a recognized collision apprenticeship program.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

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Posted Salary Range

CAD $16.00 - CAD $20.00 /Hr.