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
• Competitive compensation
• Support of professional growth

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:

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

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:

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

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

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

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.