Body Shop Assistant

Budds' Group of Companies; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership in Kitchener is seeking a Body Shop Assistant to assist technicians in vehicle repairs. The ideal candidate will have automotive experience and a valid Ontario Driver's License. The role offers competitive wages, with potential for growth into additional roles. This family-owned business provides a positive work environment and paid training.

Benefits

Company pension plan with employer RRSP match

Extended health benefits

Paid time for training

Positive work environment

In-house training provided

Qualifications

• Automotive experience in some form is an asset.
• Must hold a valid Ontario Driver's License.
• Detail oriented, and problem-solving skills required.

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.
• Opportunity to grow into additional roles.

Skills

Automotive experience

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Punctual and reliable

Detail oriented

Computer literacy

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
• Carstar and 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
• Opportunity to grow into additional roles such as Vehicle Calibrations and Glass repair
• Apprenticeship 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!