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Autobody Technician
@ Craftsman Collision
Salmon Arm, British Columbia
Overview
Craftsman Collision is hiring a full-time Autobody Technician at its Salmon Arm, BC location to repair vehicle bodies, frames and interiors. The role pays a flat rate of $30 to $35 per hour plus up to $3 per hour in performance bonuses, with a signing bonus or relocation assistance up to $10,000 offered. Candidates need a Red Seal or equivalent experience and at least 4 years in the trade.
Pay:
$30–$35 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Review damage reports and repair estimates
- Repair or replace body panels, doors and frames
- Straighten bent frames using pulling equipment
- Sand, grind and hammer out body defects
- Inspect and test drive repaired vehicles
Requirements summary:
- Red Seal certification or equivalent experience
- At least 4 years of experience
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence
- English proficiency
- Legal right to work in Canada without restrictions
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Red Seal, Class 5 |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Perks mentioned | Relocation assistance, Signing bonus, Performance bonus, Wellness, Paid training |
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Craftsman Collision
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Craftsman Collision is Western Canada's leader in auto body repairs in British Columbia, Alberta and Sasktachewan. Since 1977, that first shop on the corner of 6th and Yukon in Vancouver is joined by 43 others – more than any other independently owned collision repair in Canada. And all of our 600 plus employees are still as committed to leadership in quality and professionalism. At Craftsman Collision not only do we guarantee our repairs for a lifetime, but we repair vehicles to their pre-accident condition ensuring all quality and safety standards specific to the make and model of the vehicle are met. All repairs are completed by the qualified, experienced auto body and refinish technicians using the latest collision repair technology including; computerized colour matching and nitrogen-driven spray painting system that provide vehicles with a superior finish and customers with glowing reviews. Our goal is to ensure our customers are 100% satisfied with their repair and to get them back on the road in a vehicle that not only looks great, but is safe. Auto Body Repair Services: Body Work Auto Painting Scratch Repair Bumper Repair Fender Repair Dent Repair Auto Glass Repair* (Lower Mainland, Vernon, and Kelowna locations only) Aluminum Repair (select Craftsman Collision locations) We pledge to continue forging ahead in all of our present and future endeavors while maintaining an unblemished record of social responsibility, innovation, leadership, and customer service in the auto body repair sector. Visit our website at www.craftsmancollision.com for more details.
- LinkedIn followers
- 6,572
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 220
- Reported office locations
- 810 West 1st Street, North Vancouver, British Columbia V7P 1A1, CA
- Business categories
- Social Media
- Digital Marketing
- Consulting
- Sales
- Web Development
- Automotive
- SEO
- Advertising
- Other recorded names
- Distinctive Autoworks
- Craftsman Collision
- Specialties
- Auto Body Repair
- Hail Damage Repair
- Dent Repair
- Bumper Repair
- Aluminum Repair
- Auto Painting
- Body Work
- Auto Glass Repair
- Collision Repair
- Frame Straightening
- Fender Repair
- Windshield Replacement
- and Chip Repair
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- 0
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Craftsman Collision is Western Canada's leader in auto body repairs in British Columbia, Alberta and Sasktachewan. Since 1977, that first shop on the corner of 6th and Yukon in Vancouver is joined by 43 others – more than any other independently owned collision repair in Canada. And all of our 600 plus employees are still as committed to leadership in quality and professionalism. At Craftsman Collision not only do…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Vehicle Repair and Maintenance |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | North Vancouver, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1977 |
| Specialties | Auto Body RepairHail Damage RepairDent RepairBumper RepairAluminum RepairAuto PaintingBody WorkAuto Glass RepairCollision RepairFrame Straightening |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 28 |
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Description
We're currently seeking a full-time permanent Autobody Technician to join the amazing team at our Salmon Arm location in BC.
Craftsman Collision is the largest independently owned and operated auto body repair chain in Canada – but we’re also a family that cares about the people we work with. 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.
Why work at Craftsman Collision?
- Up to $10,000 signing bonus or relocation assistance amount (within Canada)
- Earn from $30/h to $35/h flat rate - plus an additional $3/hour in performance bonuses available
- Valuable perks like extended health, dental, paramedical, life insurance, professional development, certified training.
- Modern facilities with state of the art equipment and tools; Ford aluminum certified at all locations,
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
For more information visit us at: Careers - Craftsman Collision - Find Your Opportunity
Requirements
- Red seal certification or equivalent experience;
- Proficiency in the English language;
- At least 4 years of experience;
- valid class 5 driver's license;
- legally entitled to work in Canada with no restrictions.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Review damage report and estimates of repair cost and plan work to be performed
- Clean and maintain work space
- Replace front end components, body components, doors and frame and underbody components
- File, grind and sand body surfaces to be repaired
- Hammer out dents, buckles and defects using blocks and hammers
- Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills and bolt or weld replacement parts into place
- Repair or replace interior components
- Inspect repaired vehicles and test drive vehicles for proper handling
- Straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring equipment
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Extended health
- Professional development
- Certified training and more
Thank you for your interest in Craftsman Collision!
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