Body Shop Assistant

Budds' BMW; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established and family-owned automotive dealership as a Body Shop Assistant. This role offers a dynamic work environment where you can grow your skills and career. You'll assist skilled technicians in repairing vehicles, prepping them for paint, and performing minor mechanical repairs. With a strong focus on training and development, this company provides a supportive atmosphere and competitive wages. If you have a passion for the automotive industry and are looking for a long-term opportunity, this is the perfect place to start your journey.

Benefits

Company pension plan with employer RRSP match

Extended health benefits

Paid training

Positive work environment

In-house training provided

Qualifications

• Automotive experience is an asset; valid Ontario Driver's License required.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist Body Technicians and Painters in repairing vehicles.
• Prep vehicles for paint and perform small mechanical repairs.
• Maintain a clean shop and work area.

Skills

Automotive experience

Detail oriented

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Computer literacy

Punctual and reliable

Job description

Body Shop Assistant

Kieswetter Mazda/Kitchener Carstar is looking to add to our growing Bodyshop. As southwest Ontario's largest Mazda dealer and long term Carstar Bodyshop, our shop is always busy.

What We Offer:

• One of the top performing and established Mazda dealers in Canada
• Company pension plan with employer RRSP match
• Extended health benefits
• Competitive wages with paid time for training
• Long-term service manager
• Family-owned business with positive work environment
• Carstarand in-house training provided - TRAINING IS PAID!

Qualifications:

• Automotive experience in some form is an asset
• Must hold a valid Ontario Driver's License
• Detail oriented, and problem-solving skills
• Punctual and reliable
• Strong communication skills and computer literacy

Responsibilities:

• Assist Body Technicians and Painters in repairing vehicles
• Prepping vehicles for paint
• Performing small mechanical repairs
• Ensure the shop and work area is clean
• Oppurtunity to grow into additional roles such as Vehicle Calibrations and Glass repair
• Apprenticeshop is available moving forward

Wages and Hours:

• Hourly Rate, negotiable based on experience
• Monday to Thursday, 8am - 5:30pm
• Friday, 8am - 4:30pm

If you want to be part of a long-term, experienced, top performing dealership, please consider joining the Kieswetter Mazda Service team!