Auto Body Collisions Apprentice

Assured Automotive (The Boyd Group Inc.); Sydney; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Medical & Dental

RRSP with company match

Job summary

A professional automotive repair firm is seeking an Auto Body Apprentice in Sydney, Nova Scotia. The position offers hands-on experience in vehicle repair under the guidance of senior technicians, with opportunities for advancement. Candidates should have a high school diploma, previous experience in automotive repair, and a valid driver's license. Benefits include extended medical & dental coverage and an RRSP with company match. The role requires providing own tools and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• 1 year of previous experience in automotive or collision repair environment.
• Active account with the provincial skilled trades authority.

Responsibilities

• Repairs vehicles as per insurance guidelines.
• Inspect and disassemble the collision area to determine damages.
• Repair minor damage to vehicle body panels.
• Repair or replace interior and exterior parts.
• Willingness to learn from a Senior Licensed Technician.

Skills

Automotive repair

Collision repair

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Collision Repair Technician pre-apprenticeship program

Tools

Mechanic's tools

Job description

Job Description

Are you currently enrolled as an Auto Body Apprentice? Are you currently enrolled in a Collision Repair Technician course at a trade or technical school and looking to advance your apprenticeship and career? We are a well-established, professional company that can provide you with a great work environment while you learn your trade and can offer opportunities for advancement. We are always looking to hire motivated and talented individuals that want to help us WOW our customers!

Term of Employment

Permanent Position, 40 hours per week

Location of Work

Sydney, Nova Scotia

Primary Location: 61 Beech St, Sydney, NS B1P 6Y2

Benefits

• Extended Medical & Dental
• RRSP with company match

Responsibilities

• Repairs vehicles as per insurance guidelines and as per our quality standards.
• Inspect, and disassemble the collision area to determine all damages at the beginning of the repair.
• Repair minor damage to vehicle body panels.
• Repair or replace interior and exterior parts, electrical components and vehicle accessories.
• Willingness to support and learn from a Senior Licensed Technician on repairs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of previous experience working in an automotive or collision repair environment.
• Active account with the provincial skilled trades authority.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a Collision Repair Technician pre-apprenticeship program at a trade or technical school.

Other Requirements

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