Autobody Technicians

Autobody Technicians :   Harvey 2614

We are currently looking for Red Seal Autobody Technicians, and 3rd. and 4th. year Autobody Technicians, for the Langley, and the Lower Mainland of Vancouver BC.

Position Summary :

Our apprenticeship program includes 4 distinct levels of development and experience, eventually leading to an individual earning his / her Red Seal Certification as an Autobody Technician.

Position reports to : Location Manager

Each position level focuses on the various stages of Accelerated Repair System.

A willingness to learn and develop the necessary skills required for efficient and quality repairs are a key requirement for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities :

Level 1 - activities include :

• Damage Analysis System (DA) – Ability to perform the following activities :
• Understanding and following the mapping on repairs
• Maintaining a clean parts cart & tagging it with an RO#.
• Bagging & tagging all parts, hardware and fasteners during disassembly.
• Disassembly of parts from Domestic, Import and European vehicles to assist the repair and paint process.
• Identifying and mapping visible and hidden damage during disassembly.
• Efficiently remove and install parts and hardware on all types of vehicles.
• Glass – activities include :
• Repairing Rock Chips.
• Replacement of ”bolt-in” glass on all types of vehicles
• Panel Replacement – activities include the ability, efficiency and quality of the following :
• New and recycled door replacement
• Trunk, hatch and tailgate replacement
• Fender replacement
• Hood replacement
• Bumper replacement
• Bolt-on radiator support replacement
• Test fitting parts prior to paint
• Sheet Metal Repair – activities include :
• Performing sheet metal repairs
• Mechanical – activities include :
• A / C discharge & recharge
• A / C condenser replacement
• Radiator replacement
• Replacement of miscellaneous mechanical parts commonly damaged in collisions (air intake, exhaust / muffler, electrical pigtails)
• Quality Control – activities include :
• Ensuring each stage of the repair is completed to company standards for quality.
• Completing the Quality Checklist after each repair stage.
• Other – activities and abilities include :
• Ability to use & understand work order.
• Understanding the advantages and disadvantages of Repair Vs. Replace.
• Ability to solve problems before asking for assistance.

Level 2 – In addition to successfully performing Level 1 activities, Level 2 activities include :

Level 3 – In addition to successfully performing activities identified under Levels 1 & 2, Level 3 activities include :

Level 4 – In addition to successfully performing activities identified under Levels 1, 2 & 3, Level 4 activities include :

Red Seal Certification – Successful completion of the Inter-provincial Red Seal program and achieving a designation as a Motor Vehicle Body Repairer.

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This is a full-time position

Salary of up to $100,000 or more, depending on your production.

Red Seal Autobody Technicians average salary of $120,000 to $190,000 per year

3rd. and 4th year apprentices’ average salary of $90,000 to $120,000 per year

Benefits package available after 3 months