Paint Apprentice

Description: We are seeking a 1st year Automotive Paint Apprentice to join our team at our Abbotsford location in BC. Be part of a growing, award winning organization committed to ensuring our customers get back on the road safely. Craftsman Collision is the leading collision repair provider across Western Canada, with more than 45 locations throughout BC, Alberta and Saskatchewan. Are you ready to reach your full potential and build a fulfilling career- while having fun along the way? Then consider joining our team of more than 600 ambitious people who share our commitment to excellence. Automotive Refinishing Apprentice duties include: Surface Preparation: * Sanding panels to remove old paint or surface imperfections. * Cleaning and masking vehicles to protect areas not being painted. * Applying primer and prepping panels for paint application. Paint Mixing: * Assisting in mixing paint to match OEM color codes. * Using computerized mixing systems under supervision. Spray Gun Operation (Under Supervision): * Learning proper techniques for spray gun handling. * Assisting with application of base coat, clear coat, and refinishing products. Shop Maintenance: * Keeping paint booths clean and free of contaminants. * Cleaning tools and maintaining paint equipment. Assisting Journeyperson Painters: * Helping set up jobs and completing tasks delegated by senior painters. * Observing and learning proper safety and refinishing techniques. Adhering to Safety Protocols: * Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE). * Following all hazardous material handling and disposal procedures. Learning & Development: * Attending technical training sessions or classroom instruction (if part of a formal apprenticeship program). * Studying product data sheets and technical manuals for paint systems used in the shop. Requirements: * Completion of a pre-apprentice training program in collision repair or experience working in a collision repair shop. * Comfortable working in a team oriented environment. * A strong work ethic, integrity and ambition to succeed. * Comfortable working one-on-one with a qualified red seal mentor. * Comfortable attending training and schooling required to progress your apprenticeship. Benefits: * As part of our Mentorship program, apprentices receive a start up tool kit from the company that would be gifted to them upon successful completion of the Red Seal certification and one additional year of additional employment as a fully qualified red seal technician. * Excellent benefits that include, but are not limited to, extended health and dental, employee assistance programs, and professional development. Health and dental benefits are available after 3 month waiting period, with premiums covered fully the the company **This position is only open to Permanent Residents of Canada and Canadian Citizens Thank you for your interest in Craftsman Collision.

The apprentice is responsible for surface preparation, paint mixing, and assisting journeyperson painters with vehicle refinishing. They must also maintain the paint booth and adhere to strict safety and hazardous material protocols.

Candidates should have completed a pre-apprentice training program in collision repair or have relevant shop experience. Must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident with a strong work ethic and willingness to undergo formal apprenticeship schooling.

• Start up tool kit • Extended health • Dental • Employee assistance programs • Professional development

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Surface Preparation
• Sanding
• Masking
• Paint Mixing
• Spray Gun Operation
• Shop Maintenance
• Hazardous Material Handling
• Automotive Refinishing
• Red Seal Certification
• Strong Work Ethic
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Mentorship
• Painting
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Refinishing
• Technical Communication
• Technical Training
• Team Oriented

• Trades
• Transportation
• Manufacturing
• Painter Apprentice
• Coating / Industrial Painter
• Spray Painters and Varnishers
• Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine