Greenway Ford of KC - Body Shop Apprentice/ Assistant

Greenway Automotive; Raytown (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenway Ford in Raytown, MO is seeking a motivated Bodyshop Apprentice/Assistant to join our collision repair team. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience alongside seasoned technicians, assisting with disassembly, prep, and refinishing while learning in a professional shop.

You'll work Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, developing skills toward certification and a long-term career in the automotive industry at Greenway Ford. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Must be 19 years of age or older.
• Automotive trade school attendance or enrollment is preferred.
• Ability to provide basic automotive repair tools.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and eager to learn.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced shop environment and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist technicians with vehicle disassembly for damage analysis.
• Sand and prime vehicles in preparation for repairs.
• Reassemble vehicles and assist with final quality control inspections.
• Organize and dispose of parts packaging and recycled materials.
• Maintain shop cleanliness, including sweeping and general housekeeping duties.
• Wash and prepare vehicles for customer delivery.
• Follow directions from the Shop Foreman and support the collision repair team as needed.

Skills

Self-motivated

Dependable

Eager to learn

Education

Automotive trade school attendance or enrollment

Tools

Basic automotive tools

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Dick Smith Ford - Raytown, MO 64133, Position Type: Full Time, Job Category: Admin - Clerical, Greenway Ford in Raytown, MOis seeking a motivatedBodyshop Apprentice / Assistantto join our team. This entry-level position is designed for individuals interested in developing the skills needed to become a certified automotive body repair technician. The Bodyshop Apprentice will work alongside experienced technicians, assisting with vehicle repairs, restorations, and refinishing while gaining hands-on experience in a collision repair environment.

Able to work Monday - Friday from 8 am - 5 pm

Key Responsibilities

• Assist technicians with vehicle disassembly for damage analysis.
• Sand and prime vehicles in preparation for repairs.
• Reassemble vehicles and assist with final quality control inspections.
• Organize and dispose of parts packaging and recycled materials.
• Maintain shop cleanliness, including sweeping and general housekeeping duties.
• Wash and prepare vehicles for customer delivery.
• Follow directions from the Shop Foreman and support the collision repair team as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be 19 years of age or older.
• Automotive trade school attendance or enrollment is preferred.
• Ability to provide basic automotive repair tools.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and eager to learn.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced shop environment and follow instructions.

Why Join Greenway Ford?

• Gain hands-on experience in a professional collision repair facility.
• Learn from experienced body repair technicians.
• Develop skills that can lead to certification and long-term career growth in the automotive industry.

Greenway Automotive Groupis one of the world's most progressive, privately held automotive companies proudly serving Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Missouri, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Texas. The Group's 34 domestic automotive dealerships include some of the nation's top ranked performers in sales, service, customer satisfaction, and profitability.

Greenway Automotive Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.