Body Shop Manager

Velocity Truck Centres; Surrey; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Employer matching RRSP plan

Company-paid extended health coverage

Generous accrued vacation time

Job summary

Velocity Truck Centres in Surrey, Canada is seeking an Automotive Body Shop Manager to oversee operations, ensuring exceptional service and financial performance. The role requires leadership in a body shop environment, with a focus on customer satisfaction and staff development.

Offering a competitive salary of $110,000 - $125,000+ and a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage and vacation time, this position is ideal for an experienced professional ready to make an impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years’ experience in the heavy-duty truck body shop industry.
• Proven leadership experience in a body shop or service management role.
• Strong customer service background with experience in client-facing situations.

Responsibilities

• Develops annual budget and financial forecasts; monitors expenditures and revenue.
• Oversees daily operations including scheduling, workflow, and resource planning.
• Hires, trains, mentors, and evaluates body shop staff, ensuring ongoing development.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Microsoft Office Suite

Estimating processes

Repair procedures

Education

Red Seal Certification as a Body Shop Technician

Job description

Posted Monday, June 1, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

About the Role

Automotive Body Shop Manager – face of Velocity Truck Centres, delivering exceptional service.

What We Offer

• Compensation: Competitive Salary : $110,000 - $125,000+ (D.O.E)
  • Includes an industry leading bonus plan
  • Relocation assistance
• Work‑Life Balance: Generous accrued vacation time.
• Financial Security: Plan for the future with employer matching RRSP plan.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Company‑paid extended health coverage (medical, dental, vision), basic life insurance, disability, wellness programs.

Responsibilities

• Develops annual budget and financial forecasts; monitors expenditures and revenue
• Analyzes monthly performance reports and implements strategies to improve profitability
• Oversees daily operations including scheduling, workflow, and resource planning
• Monitors technician productivity, efficiency, and overall work quality
• Hires, trains, mentors, and evaluates body shop staff, ensuring ongoing development
• Manages estimates, invoicing, and insurance claim tracking with attention to accuracy
• Enforces company policies, safety standards, and regulatory compliance
• Provides regular updates to senior leadership and participates in management meetings
• Reviews and closes repair orders, tracks work in progress, and ensures timely billing
• Identifies new revenue opportunities and process improvements
• Establishes performance goals and communicates expectations clearly to the team
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with customers, suppliers, and insurance partners

Required Qualifications

• Red Seal Certification as a Body Shop Technician
• Minimum of seven years’ experience in the heavy‑duty truck body shop industry
• Proven leadership experience in a body shop or service management role
• Strong customer service background with experience in client‑facing situations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and dealership management software
• In‑depth understanding of estimating processes, repair procedures, and insurance protocols
• Knowledge of federal, provincial, and local regulations impacting body shop operations

Company Overview

Velocity Truck Centres Canada provides full‑service support, including sales, maintenance, parts, collision repair, and financing. Representing top brands like Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built, Autocar, and Trailers, we are committed to Speed, Value, and Trust for our customers and employees. With 17 branches across Alberta and British Columbia and over 100 locations worldwide in Canada, the USA, Mexico, and Australia, we offer exciting career growth opportunities and are looking for dedicated professionals to join our team.

Velocity Truck Centres Canada is an equal opportunity employer.