POSITION TITLE:
Body Technician – Entry Level
DEPARTMENT:
Body Shop
REPORTS TO:
Foreman
SUMMARY:
At Western Star Trucks North, we believe trucks and truck drivers are essential in keeping our world moving - it’s why we’ve dedicated our business to helping our customers stay on the road and get the job done.
We are a full-service heavy-duty truck dealership, offering new truck sales, parts, service, and body shop work. What started out as a family-owned and operated business all the way back in 1987, has now grown to 3 dealerships in Northern Alberta.
We believe in building relationships with our customers and getting to know their unique needs. We’re big on communication, keeping our customers and co-workers in the loop every step of the way. Finally, we give a damn. We want our customers to know we care about them and their truck, every step of the way.
Western Star Trucks (North) Ltd. believes in hiring and retaining the best, by offering a positive open work environment and Competitive Compensation.
Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Benefits including RRSP/TFSA Matching.
Boot Allowance, Eye Safe Program, and various employee discounts.
Opportunities for Career Development. and of course, a Fun and Inclusive Culture!
KEY POSITION FUNCTIONS:
- Inspect and verify parts against estimates to ensure accuracy in ordering and receipt.
- Support the dismantling, repair, and reassembly of heavy-duty and industrial equipment, including RV, glass, body, and sheet metal repairs.
- Operate, move, and drive heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
- Assist senior technicians to improve job cycle times and overall productivity.
- Perform shop equipment maintenance and minor repairs.
- Communicate proactively with management regarding additional repair needs, job challenges, or timeline impacts.
- Safely operate tools and equipment while maintaining compliance with safety, health, and PPE requirements.
- Collaborate effectively with team members while also working independently to maintain a clean, organized workspace.
- Maintain required certifications and training, demonstrating strong mechanical aptitude and computer skills.
- Meet physical job requirements, including heavy lifting, flexible overtime.
QUALIFICATION &
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Mechanically inclined.
- Autobody experience considered an asset.
- Must have own tooling (sufficient to a 2nd year level )
- Able to read, write and speak in English
- Computer skills
- Knowledge of welding sheet metal structures considered an asset
- Knowledge of assemble and disassembly process is considered an asset
- Knowledge of Heavy Truck rig up considered an asset
- Ability to maintain a clean and efficient workspace
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Ability to work safely always
- Must have a positive, can do, team player attitude!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
