automotive body painter

Government of Canada - Western; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled auto body repair professionals to join their team in Calgary. This role involves estimating repair costs, planning repair work, and executing various tasks such as replacing front end components and applying paint. Ideal candidates will have a secondary school diploma and 2 to 3 years of relevant experience. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your skills will be valued and developed. If you are passionate about automotive repair and looking to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of secondary school is required.
• 2-3 years of experience in auto body repair is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Estimate repair costs and plan the necessary work.
• Clean workspace and maintain tools and equipment.
• Replace and repair various auto body components.

Skills

Repair Cost Estimation

Planning Repair Work

Cleaning and Maintenance

Body Component Replacement

Paint Mixing and Matching

Welding

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Auto Body Tools

Painting Equipment

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Estimate repair cost based on damage examination report
• Plan repair work to be performed
• Clean and maintain work space
• Replace front end components, body components, doors and frame and underbody components
• 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
• Apply primers and repaint surfaces
• Mix paint, blend and match colors

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Experience and specialization

Area of work experience

• Front end components
• Paint spraying
• Welding

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities