Painter Jobs in Pickering, ON

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Position: Refinish Technician
Dealership: Excellence Auto Collision - Silver Star
Location: Scarborough, ON
Classification: Full time, Immediate hire

Part of a bigger team.

Excellence Auto Collision - Silver Staris proud to be part of the ACX Collision Centres family and a division of AutoCanada. AutoCanada is the largest Canadian-owned and publicly traded automotive dealer group operating in Canada. We are innovative, data-driven, and our commitment to our Team Members, customers, and operational excellence fuels our success.

Our dealership Team Members are at the heart of our success, building long-lasting, trust-based relationships with customers across Canada. Our national network provides opportunities and support to build the career that’s right for you. Working here is fast-paced, non-stop, and a little unpredictable—and we love it.

Your area of focus.

You will complete work required to restore vehicles to “like new” condition so we can reunite them with customers. Reporting to the Collision Centre Manager, you will work with your collision centre team to refinish & paint damaged vehicles.

What drives your day-to-day?

• Preparing vehicles for refinishing including feathering, masking, sanding, priming as per insurance guidelines & standards
• Assist painter with spot repairs
• Match the correct paint required for the vehicle & apply pain & topcoats with accuracy
• When required, paint repaired motor vehicle body parts, following recommended application techniques & quality guidelines
• Remove damaged sections of vehicles using metal-cutting guns, air grinders, & wrenches
• Identify the family & properties of the plastic used on a vehicle to repair accordingly
• Fit & weld body damage using wrenches & welding equipment
• Perform quality repairs on a variety of vehicles

What are the must-haves…

• You must be committed as an apprentice to pursue the Red Seal Journeyman’s certification
• Knowledge of manufacturers' repair/refinishing processes & adherence to processes
• Pursuit of/in process with I-CAR certification training & I-CAR welding certification
• Some experience working with Estimators to complete quotes preferred
• Ability to use selected vendor materials efficiently & cost-effectively
• Knowledge of & the ability to operate machinery/tools required to complete repairs
• Ability to meet physical demands such as heavy lifting, standing for long periods of time & using power/hand-held equipment
• A valid driver's license & safe driving history is required
• You must be legally authorized to work in Canada

The Perks.

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
• Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service Plans
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs
• Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career

And those are just the basics. We strive every day to create a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity, ensures fairness and equal opportunities, and fosters a sense of belonging for all Team Members. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively support everyone in expressing themselves and reaching their full potential.

Can you picture yourself here already?

We hope so. It’s equally as important that you choose us as we choose you. Take a sneak peek at what we think makes this one of the best workplaces around.

If you think you’re a good fit to come along on our ride, apply now through our website at We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Our commitment extends to reaching out to individuals from various backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate based on gender identity, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or mental/physical disabilities. AutoCanada is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.

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