automotive painting and refinishing technician

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. or equivalent experience.

Work site environment:

• Dusty.
• Noisy.
• Odours.

Tasks:

• Inspect repaired vehicles.
• Clean and maintain work space.
• File, grind and sand body surfaces to be repaired.
• Mask and tape auto body surfaces in preparation for painting.
• Apply primers and repaint surfaces.
• Mix paint, blend and match colors.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Physically demanding.
• Attention to detail.
• Bending, crouching, kneeling.
• Standing for extended periods.

Personal suitability:

• Accurate.
• Dependability.
• Judgement.
• Reliability.

Screening questions:

Do you have experience working in this field?.

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.
• Paramedical services coverage.
• Vision care benefits.

Financial benefits:

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).

Support for newcomers and refugees:

Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition. Does not require Canadian work experience.

Support for youths:

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment.
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.