Autobody Technician – Commercial & Collision (Apprentice to Journeyman)
About The Position
New West Truck Centres is a busy, ICBC-accredited autobody and commercial repair facility with consistent workflow, modern equipment, and a strong reputation across Western Canada. We are hiring Apprentice and Journeyman Autobody Technicians who want steady work and the opportunity to grow in a commercial repair environment. This role is a fit if you want consistent hours and reliable workflow, take pride in clean, quality repairs, and are looking to develop your trade with strong mentorship. The work involves approximately 80% body repair, including structural and non-structural collision repairs on trucks and equipment, panel removal, replacement, alignment, and adjustments, surface prep including sanding, grinding, masking, and priming, supporting or performing refinishing work depending on experience, and tear-downs and rebuilds. You will also follow OEM repair procedures and shop quality standards. Approximately 20% of the role involves shop support, such as assisting technicians and painters during repairs, maintaining tools, equipment, and workspace, supporting parts handling and organization, and following all health and safety procedures. This is a full-time, steady work position with consistent shop volume, a mix of ICBC and commercial fleet repairs, and minimal downtime due to strong workflow. This description is a summary and not exhaustive. Full role expectations will be discussed during the interview process. We are open to local and out-of-town applicants. Relocation support may be available. Professional references are required.
Requirements
- Must be a registered autobody apprentice or hold journeyman certification.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Basic hand tools required.
- Experience in autobody or collision repair required.
- Strong prep and repair fundamentals.
- Ability to follow direction and progressively take ownership of repairs.
- Reliability and consistency.
- Willingness to learn and accept coaching.
- Pride in quality workmanship.
Nice To Haves
- Heavy truck experience is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Perform structural and non-structural collision repairs on trucks and equipment.
- Conduct panel removal, replacement, alignment, and adjustments.
- Perform surface preparation including sanding, grinding, masking, and priming.
- Support or perform refinishing work depending on experience.
- Complete tear-downs and rebuilds.
- Follow OEM repair procedures and shop quality standards.
- Assist technicians and painters during repairs.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and workspace.
- Support parts handling and organization.
- Follow all health and safety procedures.
Benefits
- Competitive wages based on experience and capability
- Overtime opportunities available
- Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and EFAP
- Relocation support may be available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
