Body Shop Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Opportunity

Lounsbury Heavy-Duty Truck Centre in Moncton is currently seeking a Licensed or Apprentice Body Shop Technician to join our team.

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented individual with a strong understanding of body repair processes and a commitment to high-quality workmanship. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing heavy-duty truck service operation and work with a collaborative, experienced team.

If you take pride in your work, demonstrate strong technical abilities, and thrive in a fast-paced, team-focused environment, we want to hear from you!

Lounsbury Heavy-Duty Truck Centre is a part of the Lounsbury Group of Companies. We invest in our employees through training programs and offer:

• Competitive Wages
• Group Benefits Plan, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability, that start on the first day of work (no waiting period)
• Paid Vacation and Sick days
• Company Pension Plan (after 6 months)
• Employee discounts on cars, services, and Lounsbury Furniture
• Career growth and continuous development

• Review the damage report and estimates of repair cost, and plan work to be performed.
• Repair and replace front-end components, body components, doors, frame, and underbody components.
• Hammer out dents, buckles, and other defects using blocks and hammers.
• Operate soldering equipment or use plastic filler to fill holes, dents,s and seams.
• Remove damaged fenders, panels, and grills using wrenches and a cutting torch, and bolt or weld replacement parts into place.
• Perform wheel alignment and adjustments.
• Straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring equipment.
• File, grind, and sand repaired body surfaces using hand and power tools.
• Monitor parts usage and report on any materials issues.
• Accurate completion of work orders and timecards.
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance.
• Keep detailed and accurate reports and documentation.
• Maintain safe working conditions and adhere to occupational health and safety regulations.

• Completion of a three- to four-year motor unit body repair apprenticeship program
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50lb.
• Ability to work independently in a busy environment.
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times