auto body repairer

Shaw Bodyshop / Carstar Calgary Blackfoot; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in auto body repair is seeking skilled technicians to join their team in Calgary. This role offers the opportunity to work with a variety of vehicles, performing essential tasks such as estimating repair costs, inspecting vehicles, and executing high-quality repairs. The ideal candidate will have a Registered Apprenticeship certificate and several years of experience in the field. Join a supportive environment that values skill development and provides mentorship opportunities, making it an excellent place for both seasoned professionals and newcomers to the industry.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in auto body repair and painting.
• Registered Apprenticeship certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Estimate repair costs based on damage examination reports.
• Inspect repaired vehicles and ensure quality standards.
• Plan and execute repair work on damaged vehicles.

Skills

Auto body repair

Paint spraying

Welding

Metal cutting

Inspection skills

Education

Registered Apprenticeship certificate

Tools

Soldering equipment

Painting equipment

Job description

Shaw Bodyshop / Carstar Calgary Blackfoot

• Education: Registered Apprenticeship certificate
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Tasks

• Estimate repair cost based on damage examination report
• Inspect repaired vehicles
• Plan repair work to be performed
• Clean and maintain work space
• File, grind and sand body surfaces to be repaired
• Mask and tape auto body surfaces in preparation for painting
• Hammer out dents, buckles and defects using blocks and hammers
• Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills and bolt or weld replacement parts into place
• Apply primers and repaint surfaces
• Repair or replace interior components
• Repair or replace damaged windows, windshields and sunroofs
• Mix paint, blend and match colors
• Operate soldering equipment or use plastic filler to fill holes, dents and seams

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Area of Work Experience

• Doors and frame
• Front end components
• Metal cutting
• Paint spraying
• Uni body machine
• Welding

Support for Newcomers and Refugees

• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees

Support for Youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth

About Shaw Bodyshop / Carstar Calgary Blackfoot

Shaw Bodyshop / Carstar Calgary Blackfoot in Calgary, AB