Body Shop Technician

Peterbilt Pacific; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable automotive company in Kamloops is seeking a Body Shop Technician to maintain high-quality repairs in a busy production environment. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience, a valid driver's license, and strong mechanical skills. This role offers competitive compensation from $25.59 to $51.17 per hour and includes various benefits like health coverage and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Extended Health & Dental Benefits

Premiums Paid by Employer

Employer Contribution Pension Plan

Growth Opportunities

Paid Training

Long term job security

Employee Assistance Program

Telus Health Virtual Care

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Body Shop Technician.
• Valid Class 5 OR 3 Driver’s License with air endorsement preferred.
• Experience in aluminum welding is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders and discuss tasks with supervisor.
• Adjust, repair or replace parts of truck systems.
• Refinish equipment using industry-standard paint equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electronic and electrical systems.

Skills

Fabrication & welding experience

Superior mechanical aptitude

Strong computer skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Effective problem solving skills

Education

1 year of experience as a Body Shop Technician

Valid Class 5 driver's license

Job description

Overview

The Body Shop Technician is responsible for maintaining a high-quality repair level while working in a production driven environment. Apprentices are welcome to apply!

At Peterbilt Pacific, we aim to conduct our business as a well-respected organization; with integrity, excellence, productivity, and a positive attitude as our core values. We strive to have the highest care for our people, customers, and business partners. Every employee at Peterbilt Pacific is absolutely critical to our success. Our promise is to keep delivering the same award-winning service and value that our community has come to expect from our dealership group throughout the years.

Benefits

• Extended Health & Dental Benefits
• Premiums Paid by Employer
• Employer Contribution Pension Plan
• Growth Opportunities
• Paid Training
• Long term job security
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telus Health Virtual Care

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor before starting repairs
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems including:
  • Chassis, frame, cab, body, engine and drive train, air brakes, steering, fuel and hydraulics using hand tools and other specialized automotive repair equipment
• Refinish equipment using industry-standard paint equipment, facilities and materials
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems including structural, brake and electrical systems
• Diagnose and repair electronic and electrical systems
• Installation of new truck accessories
• Other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as a Body Shop Technician
• Valid Class 5, prefer 1 OR 3 Driver’s License with air endorsement
• Fabrication & welding experience required
• Aluminum welding is an asset
• Superior mechanical aptitude with an in-depth knowledge of heavy duty truck repairs
• Strong computer skills
• Detail-oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong personal organizational skills as they relate to workload, time management and setting priorities in an unsupervised environment
• Effective problem solving skills

Compensation

• $25.59 - $51.17 per hour
• Pay rate will be determined based on previous experience, relevant certifications and apprenticeship level