Body Shop Apprentice (Don Valley Volkswagen)

Performance Auto Group; Old Toronto; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic automotive group as a Body Shop Apprentice, where you'll gain hands-on experience in a high-energy environment. You'll assist skilled technicians in repairing vehicles, ensuring top-notch service and quality. This role offers excellent management support and opportunities for career growth within a leading company dedicated to innovation and community impact. With a focus on teamwork and continuous learning, you'll thrive in a supportive atmosphere that values your contributions. If you're passionate about automotive service and eager to develop your skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Health, dental and vision insurance

Tool and Boot Allowance

Competitive Production Bonus

Disability, critical illness and life insurance

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Discount on vehicles, service and parts

Discounts to retailers and service providers

Free employee events

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Ontario Driver's License and good driving record.
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in a body shop required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in removing damaged body parts and realigning car frames.
• Maintain cleanliness of customer vehicles during repairs.
• Learn and understand current and emerging technologies in auto service.

Skills

Automotive mechanical operations

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

Grade 12 diploma or GED

Registered with Ontario College of Trades

Level 2 or higher Apprentice Body Technician

Tools

Automotive tools

Job description

Drive for Excellence

Don Valley Volkswagen has proudly served the Greater Toronto Area for over five decades, making our team one of the most experienced in all makes and models. Our body shop is a high volume shop with excellent earning potential!

Don Valley Volkswagen is currently seeking a high-energy, motivated Body Shop Apprentice to join our Body Shop team which is located in the heart of Toronto and 1 km East of the Don Valley Parkway. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting and diagnosing problems, and manufacturing auto body operations.

About Us

Performance Auto Group is a leading automotive group, whose purpose is to be the preferred automotive group by fostering fair and respectful relationships that positively impact our team, customers, partners, and communities. Our core values as an organization are the principles we were built on that guide us today:

• Great Experience: Every customer is entitled to a great experience
• Integrity: We are honest and transparent in our actions
• Diversity: We are stronger through the inclusion of people, brands and ideas
• Innovation: We passionately embrace opportunities for new and continuous improvements
• Empowerment: We encourage and support our people in taking initiative
• Giving Back: We positively impact the communities in which we live, work and raise families

Here’s what you’ll deliver:

• Assist in removing damaged body parts, including bumpers, fenders, hoods, grilles, and trim.
• Assist in realign car frames and chassis to repair structural damage.
• Assist in hammering out or patch dents, dimples, and other minor body damage.
• Ensure that all work performed is thorough, accurate, and completed in a timely fashion.
• Move vehicles around the facility in order to complete the repair process.
• Learn and understand all current and emerging technologies as they apply to automobile service.
• Maintain a high degree of concentration to prevent “comebacks”.
• Ensure that customer vehicles are kept as clean or cleaner than when they arrived, both inside and out.
• Other duties as required by management.

What you need to succeed:

• Grade 12 diploma or GED.
• Currently registered with Ontario College of Trades.
• Proven knowledge and experience with automotive mechanical operations.
• Level 2 or higher Apprentice Body Technician is a requirement.
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in a body shop.
• Must have a valid Ontario Driver's License and good driving record.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to perform multiple duties in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.
• Must be team oriented, hardworking with a positive attitude.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and succeed.

What’s in it for you?

• Excellent management support and guidance
• Opportunities through our Internal career mobility program
• Access to health, dental and vision insurance
• Tool and Boot Allowance
• Competitive Production Bonus
• Disability, critical illness and life insurance for the unexpected
• Our Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) for you and your family's wellness
• Discount on vehicles, service and parts for you and your family
• Discounts to retailers and service providers across the country
• Free and engaging employee events
• Did we mention we love giving back to our communities?!

This compensation range will be based on knowledge, experience and bonus earnings.

Job Type: Full Time - Permanent

Rate: $20 per hour plus production bonus

Performance Auto Group is a leading automotive company in Southern Ontario with over 2000 employees, 23 brands and 44 locations in Brampton, Brantford, Bolton, Grimsby, Mississauga, Orangeville, St. Catharines, Huntsville and Toronto. Performance Auto Group also includes AutoPlanet Direct, Ontario's largest indoor used car showroom.

We thank all applicants; however only those contacted for an interview will be considered. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people with special needs. Accommodations will be provided throughout the selection process as requested. For any inquiries please email us.

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