Position: Auto Body Apprentices

Number of Hires: 2

Location: Langley, BC / Surrey, BC

Employment Term: Full-Time, Permanent

Employment Type: In-person

Sector: Automotive, Manufacturing

Role: Entry-Level, Apprenticeship

Salary Range: N/A

Bonuses/Commissions: No

Benefits: No

*Please read the job ad carefully, and if you’re qualified, submit your tailored resume and cover letter to jobs@essentialhiring.com.

One of our employment partners is seeking a motivated, eager and hard working Auto Body Apprentice for their Langley and Surrey locations.

The client is a North American leader in autobody, glass and claims administration and repair. As a high-performance company looking for high-performing individuals, this is a great opportunity for the RIGHT candidate with a strong work ethic and a desire to begin a promising career. The large and diverse company provides new employees with a supportive work environment where they can advance and grow their careers.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Repair vehicles as per insurance and company guidelines 
• Complete full and thorough inspection/disassembly of the collision area to determine all damages at the beginning of the repair
• Inspect refinish repairs for deficiencies that may impact the quality of the reassembly process; advise Production Supervisor as required
• Accountable for ensuring all assigned, required line items as per the Repair Orders (RO) are completed to quality standards
• Repair minor damage to vehicle body panels
• Repair or replace interior and exterior parts, electrical components and vehicle accessories
• Immediately notify the Repair Planner of any additional damage that does not appear on the RO
• Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals, which may include other teammates and customers as required

Education and Experience: 

• 1-2 years of experience as an Auto Body Apprentice, or experience in a similar role.
• Completion of an accredited or recognized Auto Body certification course or training program

We ask all interested and qualified applicants to please review the role, duties and skills. If you feel like you may be a good fit for this position, please send a tailored resume and cover letter to jobs@essentialhiring.com.

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Only qualified and experienced applicants will be contacted.

We look forward to speaking with you!

— The Essential Hiring Team