Collision Journeyman Technician - #317

River City Ford; Regina; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established automotive dealer in Regina is seeking a full-time Collision Technician to join their team. The successful candidate will review damage reports, maintain a clean workspace, and instruct apprentices. Offering a competitive salary ranging from $80,000 to $150,000 with a comprehensive benefits package, this is an exciting opportunity for qualified individuals with a Journeyman Certificate.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Yearly boot allowance

Matching Pension Program

Qualifications

• Preferred Journeyman Certificate or years of experience to prove qualifications.
• I-CAR training is an asset.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Review damage report and estimate repair costs.
• Clean and maintain workspace.
• Instruct apprentices.
• File, grind, and sand body surfaces.
• Mask and tape auto body surfaces for painting.

Skills

Professional communication

Organizational skills

Experience in fast-paced environment

Education

Journeyman Certificate

Tools

Mitchell estimating software

Job description

Regina

Overview

Location: Bennett Dunlop Collision Centre - Regina

Position: Collision Technician – Experienced/Journeyman

Salary: $80,000 to $150,000 plus per year

This is an exceptional time to join one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies! Step into your future with a progressive, high performing Automotive Dealer Group. If you’re ready for something new & exciting, the Driving Change Automotive Group might be the fit for you!

We are pleased to offer a Full-time employment opportunity as a Journeyman Technician in our Collision Center. We are confident that you will find this position both rewarding and challenging as you grow with us to be both an exceptional member of our team and support our customers.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive earning opportunity
• Salary based compensation and bonus opportunities
• Training, both virtually, on the job and external
• Leadership mentoring and coaching
• Career pathing for development
• Comprehensive Benefits Program that includes drug plan, dental, eye care, paramedical
• Yearly boot allowance
• Matching Pension Program

Responsibilities

• Review damage report and estimates of repair cost and plan work to be performed
• Clean and maintain workspace
• Instruct apprentices
• Replace front end components, body components, doors and frame and underbody components
• File, grind and sand body surfaces to be repaired
• Mask and tape auto body surfaces in preparation for painting
• Hammer out dents, buckles and defects using blocks and hammers
• Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills and bolt or weld replacement parts into place
• Repair or replace damaged windows or windshields
• Inspect repaired vehicles and test drive vehicles for proper handling
• Straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring equipment

Qualifications

• Preferred Journeyman Certificate or years of experience to prove qualifications
• I-CAR training is an asset
• Professional communication & organizational skills
• Mitchell estimating software experience is an asset
• Enjoys working in fast-paced very busy environment
• Valid drives license

Employment Level

Full-time

Eligibility Statement Driving Change Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer. If chosen to participate in the selection process, accommodations are available upon request. We will consult with the applicant to provide or arrange suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs. Driving Change Automotive Group sincerely appreciates all expressed interest; however only those candidates qualifying for interviews will be contacted.

Equity Statement We are fully committed to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, colour, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status or any other characteristic prohibited by law.

If you’re ready to give your career a jump starts and experience our “Driving Change” philosophy, APPLY NOW with your resume!