Body Shop Apprentice

Ray Laethem Buick GMC is a growing collision repair and auto body shop committed to delivering high-quality repairs and exceptional customer service. We are looking for a motivated and dependable Body Shop Apprentice who is eager to learn the trade and build a long-term career in the automotive repair industry.

Job Summary: As a Body Shop Apprentice you will work alongside experienced technicians to learn all aspects of collision repair vehicle refinishing and shop operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong work ethic attention to detail and a passion for automobiles.

Responsibilities:

• Assist technicians with vehicle disassembly and reassembly
• Learn body repair techniques including dent repair and panel replacement
• Prepare vehicles for painting including sanding masking and priming
• Operate shop equipment and tools under supervision
• Preform other shop related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Interest in automotive collision repair and refinishing
• Strong willingness to learn and take direction
• Reliable attendance and positive attitude
• Basic mechanical aptitude is preferred but not required
• Valid drivers license
• Ability to life up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods

What We Offer:

• Full-time year-round employment
• Hands-on training from experienced technicians
• Career advancement opportunities
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Medical Dental and Vision Packages
• 401K

EXCELLENCE IS THE OBLIGATION OF ALL EMPLOYEES AT RAYLAETHEM. WE LIVE AND WORK EACH DAY BY OUR COMPANYSCOREVALUES:

• Customer Service Above All Else
• Pride in What We Do
• Driven to be the Best

OUR PASSION:Make Every Experience Their Best

OUR NICHE:Convenience

Ray Laethem Motor Villagemay order a consumer report and/or an investigative consumer report that may include information as to your character general reputation personal characteristics mode of living work habits performance and experiences along with reasons for termination of past employment in compliance with applicable law and as directed by company policy and consistent with the job described The Company may request information from public and private sources about but not limited to your: workers compensation injuries driving record court record education credentials credit references and drug testing to detect the use of illegal drugs prior to and during employment.