Body Shop Prepper

Schedule: Monday to Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM or 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM

Why Work Here

New West Truck Centres offers a professional heavy-duty body shop environment with modern equipment, strong processes, and a team that takes pride in quality workmanship. This role supports efficient production flow by ensuring vehicles and components are properly prepared for the next stage of the repair process. You will work on a wide range of heavy-duty equipment, including Freightliner, Thomas Built, Sport Chassis, Autocar, and other vocational units, contributing directly to high-quality repairs and customer satisfaction.

Treated Well

You will work with experienced leaders and technicians who value teamwork, accountability, and respect. The Body Shop leadership team supports an organized work environment and provides clear direction, realistic expectations, and ongoing support to help you succeed.

Trained Well

New West Truck Centres supports ongoing skill development through hands-on training, in-house programs, and exposure to modern body shop equipment, preparation materials, and repair techniques. You will have opportunities to sharpen your skills and expand your capabilities within a heavy-duty body shop setting.

Paid Well

We offer a competitive total compensation package that includes job security, health, dental, EFAP, vision, and life insurance. Compensation is based on experience, skill level, and responsibilities, with opportunities for long-term growth within the body shop.

The Role

This position is responsible for supporting body shop operations through high-quality surface preparation of heavy-duty vehicles and components. The Body Shop Prepper plays a key role in ensuring repaired units are properly prepared, meet quality standards, and move efficiently through the repair process.

Vehicle Preparation – 80% of your time is spent here

• Prepare vehicles and components through sanding, masking, cleaning, and surface preparation

• Remove imperfections and apply body fillers as required

• Perform surface preparation to ensure repaired areas are smooth and ready for the next stage of production

• Inspect prepared surfaces to identify defects or areas requiring additional attention

• Protect surrounding vehicle components through proper masking and covering techniques

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

Reports and Process Support – 10%

• Accurately track time and document work completed on repair orders

• Follow established preparation procedures to ensure consistency and quality

• Communicate issues or concerns related to materials, equipment, or repairs

• Coordinate with other body shop team members to maintain efficient workflow

Other Duties – 10%

• Review work instructions and repair notes provided by Body Shop Advisors

• Support quality inspections and address preparation deficiencies as required

• Assist with shop organization, material handling, and cleanup

• Follow all safety, environmental, and workplace procedures

Education / Certification

• Body shop preparation training is an asset

• Experience with automotive or heavy-duty vehicle surface preparation is an asset

• Valid Class 5 driver's license is required

Experience

• Previous experience as a Body Shop Prepper or in a similar vehicle preparation role preferred

• Experience in a heavy-duty or automotive body shop environment is an asset

• Familiarity with sanding, masking, body fillers, and surface preparation techniques

• Ability to follow repair procedures, safety standards, and quality requirements

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

3 Things to Be Successful in This Role

1. Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship

2. Reliability and consistency in completing preparation tasks

3. Willingness to learn, follow processes, and support the team

Other Details

• This is a full-time position with two shift options available

• This description is a summary of responsibilities and is not an exhaustive list of duties

• We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. The diversity of our workforce reflects the communities and customers we serve

Professional references will be required.