Auto Body And Collision Technician Apprentice

About Us

Established in 1934 as a small plumbing and heating company, E.S. Fox Limited today is recognized as a pre-eminent Canadian multi-trade Industrial, Commercial, Institutional and Nuclear constructor and fabricator. E.S. Fox Limited works in the industries of oil and gas, petrochemical, mining, pulp and paper, steel, automotive, pharmaceutical, casinos, hotels, hospitals, schools, and themed entertainment.

The company is headquartered in Niagara Falls, Ontario, and maintains full-service regional offices in Hamilton, Toronto, Port Robinson, Oshawa, Tiverton, Kingston, Sarnia, and Thunder Bay.

With a strong commitment to health, safety, and the protection of the environment, E.S. Fox Limited has earned a reputation as a people-first, environmentally conscious, socially responsible constructor.

The Niagara Falls office is looking for a hardworking, detail-oriented Auto Body and Collision Technician Apprentice (310B) to join our team.

What We Offer

A rewarding career opportunity working within the thriving construction industry. We provide comprehensive benefits, including:

• An attractive health and dental benefits package including an Employee Assistance Program
• Group RSP
• Support of professional growth
• Competitive compensation

Summary Of The Role

The Auto Body and Collision Technician Apprentice will be responsible for repairing and restoring damaged motor vehicles including but not limited to: performing safety-related functions, using tools and equipment, use of welding equipment, organizing work and documentation, removing and installing vehicle components, surface preparation, applying refinishing materials, detailing, remove and install structural glass, servicing SRS systems, structural repair, and servicing mechanical and electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Other duties as required
• Removes, repairs and installs electrical components.
• Services supplemental restraint systems (SRS)
• Uses and maintains welding equipment
• Prepares and applies refinishing materials
• Applies corrosion protection and sound deadening materials
• Uses fillers, primers and surfacers
• Prepares for repair and replacement of structural components
• Prepares surfaces
• Cleans vehicle
• Organizes work and uses documentation
• Removes and installs trim and weather strips
• Removes, repairs and installs plastic and composite panels and components
• Repairs, removes and installs structural components
• Deactivates and reactivates alternate-fuel systems
• Details exterior
• Performs inspection
• Removes and installs non-structural glass
• Performs safety-related functions
• Removes, repairs and installs metal panels and components
• Removes and installs mechanical components
• Repairs and replaces interior components
• Removes, installs and repairs structural glass
• Uses and maintains tools and equipment

Knowledge And Education Requirements

• Enrollment in the Auto Body and Collision Damage Repairer (Technician) Apprenticeship Program (310B) from a respective College or demonstrated relevant work experience

Specific Experience And Skills

• Mechanic experience an asset
• Welding experience an asset
• WHMIS and additional environmental health and safety training an asset
• Auto Body and collision repair experience an asset

Personal Attributes

• Numerical competence
• Willing to learn and continually develop skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or work well as part of a team
• Willing to take initiative
• Strong communication skills both oral and written
• Punctual and reliable
• Willing to be 'hands on', i.e. get hands dirty and do what it takes to get the job done
• Strong work ethic
• Good judgment and decision making
• Self-starter

E.S. Fox Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace. We will accommodate applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. Please advise Human Resources to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.