Body Shop Technician

Why Work Here

New West Truck Centres has access to the latest tools and equipment. Surround yourself with certified Body Shop Technicians who specialise in Freightliner, Thomas Built, Sport Chassis, Detroit Diesel, Cummins, Autocar and other brands of heavy-duty trucks.

Treated Well.

Your direct manager and foreman are well-respected and knowledgeable leaders who always remain calm and collected, even in the most challenging situations. They genuinely care about the technicians and take the time to listen to their concerns, offering guidance and support when needed.

Trained Well.

Employees have access to cutting edge technological training opportunities, web training, and career development training, in addition to our in house training programs and certifications that will develop your skills and advance your career.

Paid Well.

Our total compensation package offers job security, health, dental, EFAP, vision and life insurance. A qualified Body Shop Technician wage starts at from $35 - $40 (based on training, certificates, etc)

The role

Body Repair – 80% of your time is spent here

• Hands on work, get in there and fix it
• Restore the structural integrity of the damaged unit
• Complete frame structural repair, body sheet metal, plastic, fiberglass component replacement and alignments

Reports and training – 10% and its important!

• Keep close track of your time and document everything done to repair the unit
• Continuous upskilling and development through in-house training programs to advance employees in the latest technology in trucking as well as their career at New West

Other duties – 10% of your time is spent here

• Get a clear understanding of the problem from the detailed notes provided by Service Advisors
• Inspect vehicles for dimensional accuracy and test drive them to ensure proper alignment and handling
• Read estimates and follow repair procedure

Education/Certification

• Journeyman Body Technician Certificate, is an asset
• Class 1 or Class 3 driver’s license, is an asset

Experience

• 1+ years working as a Body Shop Technician or Auto-Body Technician
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions

3 Things To be successful as a Body Shop Technician

1. Internal drive & curiosity to get to Why

2. Always willing to help out

3. Never stop learning

Other details

• Apply on Indeed.com, we will personally read every resume/application and provide a response
• The above description is a summary of responsibilities and is not an exhaustive list of duties. A comprehensive job description will be provided to you in the interviewing process
• We welcome all qualified candidates to apply, the diversity of our workforce reflects the communities and customers we serve
• Professional references will be required

About Us

We are a heavy truck dealer and body repair shop in Southern Alberta and British Columbia representing Freightliner, Thomas Built, Sport Chassis, Detroit Diesel, Cummins, Autocar and other brands of heavy-duty trucks. When taking a look at the trucking industry, we found that our customers were facing difficulties and run arounds, so we set out to become something more than what is on the market. It is this emphasis on continuous improvement in Accessibility, Efficiency and Genuine Quality that drives our commitment to be the new standard in customer service. At New West Truck Centres, each person is essential to the success of the business, with offices located in Calgary, Balzac, Lethbridge, Red Deer, Medicine Hat and Cranbrook.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $35.00-$40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Licence/Certification:

• Red Seal license (preferred)

Work Location: In person