Apprentice Body Shop Technician (1st–4th Year)

Location: Calgary, AB
Schedule: Day Shift | Monday to Friday

Why Work Here

New West Truck Centres’ Calgary body shop is built for apprentices who want to develop real skills, not just log hours. Whether you’re early in your apprenticeship or closing in on your ticket, you’ll be working in a busy, well-equipped heavy-duty repair facility that sees strong volume and a wide range of work.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built buses, and other commercial equipment, alongside experienced journeymen who take pride in their work and are invested in developing the next group of technicians.

From foundational skills to more advanced structural repairs, this is an environment where you can grow at every stage of your apprenticeship.

Treated Well

You’ll be working with a leadership group in Calgary that understands the trade. Your foreman and manager are steady, knowledgeable, and hands-on when needed. Expectations are clear, support is there, and respect goes both ways.

Trained Well

No matter what year you’re in, you’ll continue building your skill set. You’ll get exposure to a wide range of repairs along with access to OEM training, web-based learning, and in-house development. The goal is to keep you progressing steadily toward your journeyman certification.

Paid Well

We offer a strong total compensation package including health, dental, vision, EFAP, and life insurance. Apprentice wages are competitive and aligned with your registered year, experience, and progression, with clear increases as you advance.

The Role

Body Repair – 80%

Perform hands-on repairs based on your experience level
Support structural and frame repairs as skills develop
Work on sheet metal, fiberglass, and plastic components
Learn and apply proper heavy-duty repair procedures

Reports & Training – 10%

Track time and complete repair orders accurately
Participate in training and development opportunities
Build knowledge of repair techniques and shop processes

Other Duties – 10%

Review repair notes and estimates from Service Advisors
Assist with inspections and measurements
Support final checks, including test drives when appropriate
Follow shop procedures and safety standards

Education / Certification

Registered Apprentice Body Shop Technician (1st to 4th Year)
Class 1 or Class 3 license considered an asset

Experience

Entry-level to experienced apprentices welcome
Heavy-duty or commercial body shop experience is an asset
Automotive body experience considered
Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and willingness to learn

3 Things to Be Successful

Willingness to learn and take direction
Strong work ethic and reliability
Team-first mindset in a busy shop

Other Details

Full-time, day shift, Monday to Friday
Based in our Calgary body shop
Professional references required
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Our team reflects the communities we serve

About New West Truck Centres

We are New West Truck Centres, a trusted name in heavy-duty trucks since 2008. From two locations, we’ve grown into a network of dealerships and body shops serving Alberta and interior British Columbia. We represent a wide range of heavy-duty trucks and parts brands, including Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built, Mitsubishi Fuso, Sport Chassis, Detroit Diesel, Cummins, and more.

Born from the vision of an integral leader who has worked in every aspect of the business, this comprehensive background fuels our passion for exceptional customer service, ensuring the best experience at all our locations in Calgary, Balzac, Lethbridge, Red Deer, Medicine Hat, Cranbrook, and Taber.

Our "person-centered" corporate culture values each team member as essential to our success. This approach has earned us rewards such as Best Employer for Recent Graduates and Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation. We actively support various charities and participate in numerous community and industry initiatives.

Apprentice Body Shop Technician