Apprentice Autobody Technician

**Apprentice Autobody Technician**
**Kelleher Collision**
Brandon, Manitoba
- Are you seeking a career where you get to learn and develop your
- ** skills in the vehicle repair process**, work as an
- **integral part of a dedicated team in a key role that impacts the business**, and gain opportunities for career
- ** growth and development** in a
- **culture that invests in people**?
At AutoCanada, we believe that everyone wins when we invest in people:
our business, clients, and our
- **talent (you!)**.
**Why you want this Opportunity**:
You will play a **crucial role** as Apprentice Autobody Technician:
- In a hands-on role, you have a direct impact on the quality of work and performance of the Collision Centre.
- You will be joining a vibrant enthusiastic team that is highly collaborative and will support you through training to develop your skills in automotive repair.
- You will leverage and expand your technical expertise in vehicle repair by working directly with Estimators, experienced Collision Centre team members in a team effort to deliver exceptional service to our valued clients.
- You will work in a clean environment, with up-to-date equipment.
**Your Key Responsibilities**
- Determine vehicle repair requirements.
- Review damage reports, prepare and review repair cost estimates and plan work to be performed.
- Perform quality repairs on a variety of vehicles.
- Fit and weld replacement parts into place, using wrenches and welding equipment.
- Remove damaged sections of vehicles using metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches.
- Use hydraulic pressure machines to align damaged components.
- Adjust or align headlights, wheels, and brake systems.
- Replace front end components, body components, doors and frame and underbody components.
- Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills and bolt or weld replacement parts into place and remove, install, align, and repair panels.
- Repair or replace interior components.
- Straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring equipment.
- Fit and secure windows, vinyl roofs, and metal trim to vehicle bodies, using caulking guns, adhesive brushes, and mallets.
- Inspect repaired vehicles for proper functioning, completion of work, dimensional accuracy, and overall appearance of paint job, and test drive vehicles to ensure proper alignment and handling.
- Replace damaged glass on vehicles.
- Cut openings in vehicle bodies for the installation of customized windows, using templates and power shears or chisels.
- Monitor and take part of active cleanliness of shop and equipment.
- Move vehicles as required for shop production.
- Mentor, coach, train and support the development of apprentices in the dealership.
- Demonstrate and champion a healthy and safe work environment.
**Your Capabilities and Credentials**
- Apprentices with strong work ethic and a good teamwork attitude are welcome to apply.
- Completion of a related post-secondary program and or training courses.
- I-CAR certification training and I-CAR welding certification would be considered assets.
- Knowledge of and the ability to operate machinery and tools required to complete repairs.
- Ability to meet physical demands such as heavy lifting, standing for long periods of time and using power and hand-held equipment.
- Excellent customer services skills and ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical individuals.
- Professional demeanor and strong work ethic.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Efficient problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
- High level of integrity and reliability.
- Some experience with working with Estimators to complete quotes.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving history.
- Open to continuous learning and development.
**Why you want to work at an AutoCanada Collision Centre**:
- Our goal as a leading North American automobile dealership group is to cultivate a culture that attracts top performers with great potential to grow and succeed, because when you thrive, we all thrive. We want to build on your success by providing you with opportunities to utilize and expand your expertise - providing meaningful and challenging work, enhancing engagement through collaboration and a supportive team culture, and truly appreciating, recognizing, and rewarding performance through competitive total compensation, growth, and advancement opportunities:
- Competitive compensation
- Professional development plans, paid training, and career growth opportunities
- Comprehensive Group insurance plan, including extended health care, dental, travel, life, and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Vehicle Purchasing Plan
- Great working conditions
- Fast-paced, incredible and energetic work environment
- Up to date equipment
- Company events
- Free on-site parking
- Paid time off
- An opportunity to b