Apprentice Refinish Technician - ACX Brandon

AutoCanada Inc.; Brandon; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

AutoCanada Inc. Brandon is seeking an Apprentice Refinish Technician to join ACX Brandon. You will refinish and paint vehicles to factory standards under the Collision Centre Manager, with training opportunities to grow your painting skills.

This full-time role requires physical work and a valid driver's license. Key responsibilities include surface prep, coating application, equipment operation, quality checks, and maintaining a safe, organized workspace in a high-volume shop environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of manufacturers' repair/refinishing processes & adherence to processes.
• Pursuit of/in process with I-CAR certification training & I-CAR welding certification.
• Some experience working with Estimators to complete quotes preferred.
• Ability to use selected vendor materials efficiently & cost-effectively.
• Knowledge of & the ability to operate machinery/tools required to complete repairs.
• Ability to meet physical demands such as heavy lifting, standing for long periods of time & using power/hand-held equipment.
• A valid driver's license & safe driving history is required.
• You must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Surface Preparation: Preparing parts by sanding, masking, cleaning, and performing final surface preparation to ensure proper paint adhesion and finish quality.
• Coating Application: Applying primers, sealers, basecoats, single-stage finishes, clearcoats, urethanes, epoxies, and specialty coatings.
• Equipment Operations: Spraying using HVLP guns, pressure pots, conventional spray equipment, and air-assisted systems.
• Volume Production: Producing consistent, high-quality automotive finishes across a large volume of parts and components.
• Defect Correction & Quality Checks: Performing quality inspections throughout the refinishing process and correcting paint defects when required.
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintaining spray equipment and keeping the work area clean, organized, and compliant with 5S standards.
• Safety & Compliance: Following all company safety procedures and guidelines.
• Team Collaboration: Participating in daily huddle meetings to review schedules and coordinate with the production team.

Skills

Vehicle refinishing processes

Ability to meet physical demands

Driver's license

Team collaboration

Education

I-CAR certification training

I-CAR welding certification

Tools

HVLP spray gun

Pressure pots

Conventional spray equipment

Air-assisted systems

Job description

Brandon, MB, CA

Salary Range: $20.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Join the ride!

Position: Apprentice Refinish Technician
Collision Centre:ACX Brandon
Location:Brandon, MB
Classification: Full time, Immediate hire

Part of a bigger team.

ACX Brandon is part of a leading national collision repair organization with operations across Canada, including home offices in Edmonton and Montreal and more than 30 OEM-certified collision centres across eight provinces. Certified by 28 global vehicle manufacturers, our commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction is stronger than ever. The ACX brand reflects our dedication to precision and excellence, ensuring every vehicle is repaired efficiently and returned to its original factory standards.

Your area of focus.

As an Apprentice Refinish Technician you will complete work required to restore vehicles to "like new" condition so we can reunite them with customers. Reporting to the Collision Centre Manager, you will work with your collision centre team to refinish & paint damaged vehicles. An opportunity to develop painting skills through training while supporting future growth and career development.

What drives your day-to-day?

Surface Preparation: Preparing parts by sanding, masking, cleaning, and performing final surface preparation to ensure proper paint adhesion and finish quality

Coating Application: Applying primers, sealers, basecoats, single-stage finishes, clearcoats, urethanes, epoxies, and specialty coatings

Equipment Operations: Spraying using HVLP guns, pressure pots, conventional spray equipment, and air-assisted systems

Volume Production: Producing consistent, high-quality automotive finishes across a large volume of parts and components

Defect Correction & Quality Checks: Performing quality inspections throughout the refinishing process and correcting paint defects (such as runs, pinholes, or dirt nibs) when required

Equipment Maintenance: Maintaining spray equipment and keeping the work area clean, organized, and compliant with 5S standards

Safety & Compliance: Following all company safety procedures, respiratory protection protocols, hazardous material guidelines, and quality standards

Team Collaboration: Participating in daily huddle meetings to review due-out schedules, coordinating with the production team, and celebrating team wins

What are the must-haves…

• Knowledge of manufacturers' repair/refinishing processes & adherence to processes
• Pursuit of/in process with I-CAR certification training & I-CAR welding certification
• Some experience working with Estimators to complete quotes preferred
• Ability to use selected vendor materials efficiently & cost-effectively
• Knowledge of & the ability to operate machinery/tools required to complete repairs
• Ability to meet physical demands such as heavy lifting, standing for long periods of time & using power/hand-held equipment
• A valid driver's license & safe driving history is required
• You must be legally authorized to work in Canada

The Perks.

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
• Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service Plans
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs
• Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career

And those are just the basics. We strive every day to create a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity, ensures fairness and equal opportunities, and fosters a sense of belonging for all Team Members. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively support everyone in expressing themselves and reaching their full potential.

Can you picture yourself here already?

We hope so. It's equally as important that you choose us as we choose you. Take a sneak peek at what we think makes this one of the best workplaces around.

Our commitment extends to reaching out to individuals from various backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate based on gender identity, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or mental/physical disabilities. AutoCanada is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.