Body Shop Technician – Relocate from Alberta to Cranbrook, BC

Relocation Assistance Available
Work Location: Cranbrook, British Columbia
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Summer Hours: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Hourly Wage: $40.00–$45.00
Employment Type: Full-Time

Alberta Technicians: Build Your Career in Cranbrook

Looking for a change without moving too far from Alberta?

New West Truck Centres is hiring a Red Seal Auto Body Repair Technician or registered third-year apprentice for our Cranbrook Body Shop. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate to help make the move easier.

Our Cranbrook location is an ICBC-accredited commercial collision repair facility equipped with modern equipment and supported by an experienced team that takes pride in producing quality work.

If you want a Monday-to-Friday schedule, strong earning potential and more time to enjoy life outside work, Cranbrook could be the right next step.

Why Relocate to Cranbrook?

Cranbrook offers the outdoor lifestyle many Albertans already love, with shorter commutes and easy access to:

• World-class skiing and snowboarding

• Golf courses, lakes and fishing

• Mountain biking and hiking trails

• Camping and year-round outdoor recreation

• A safe, family-friendly community

• More time outside work, without sitting in city traffic

You can slow things down outside the shop without slowing down your career.

Why Join New West Truck Centres?

Treated Well

Our technicians work alongside experienced foremen, lead hands and mentors who genuinely enjoy helping apprentices and Red Seal technicians continue developing their skills.

You’ll be supported, respected and provided with the tools needed to succeed.

Trained Well

We invest in our technicians through:

• OEM repair procedures

• Hands-on mentorship

• Ongoing training opportunities

• Certification support

• Exposure to commercial truck and heavy-duty collision repairs

Whether you’re an apprentice or already ticketed, we’ll help you continue advancing your trade.

Paid Well

We offer competitive wages based on experience and qualifications.

Hourly Wage: $40.00–$45.00 per hour

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Extended health and dental

• Vision care

• Life insurance

• Employee and Family Assistance Program

• Paid vacation

• Relocation assistance available

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Red Seal Auto Body Repair Technician or registered third-year apprentice interested in building a long-term career repairing commercial trucks and heavy-duty equipment.

Commercial vehicle experience is a strong asset, but technicians currently working in automotive collision repair who want to expand into the heavy-duty industry are encouraged to apply.

I-CAR Platinum certification is also considered an asset.

What You’ll Do

Collision Repair

• Perform structural and non-structural collision repairs on commercial trucks and heavy-duty equipment

• Repair and replace damaged panels and body components

• Complete panel alignment, fitment and adjustments

• Perform tear-downs and rebuilds

• Prepare surfaces through sanding, grinding, masking and priming

• Assist with refinishing work based on experience

• Follow OEM repair procedures and quality standards

• Inspect completed repairs to ensure quality workmanship

Shop Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and organized workspace

• Assist fellow technicians when required

• Properly maintain tools and equipment

• Support safe work practices and shop cleanliness

• Work collaboratively to meet production goals

Qualifications

Required

• Red Seal Auto Body Repair Technician, or

• Registered third-year Auto Body Apprentice

• Valid driver’s licence

• Personal hand tools

• Strong commitment to quality workmanship

Assets

• Commercial truck or heavy-duty collision repair experience

• I-CAR Platinum certification

• Experience working within ICBC repair standards

What Makes Someone Successful Here?

• You take pride in producing quality repairs.

• You’re dependable and arrive ready to work every day.

• You’re coachable and committed to continually improving your trade.

• You work well as part of a team.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday

• 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

• Summer hours: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

• Evenings and weekends are yours to enjoy

Ready to Make the Move?

If you’re an Alberta body shop technician looking for a shop where your work is appreciated, your skills continue to grow and your quality of life improves along with your career, we’d like to hear from you.

Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

Apply today and build your future with New West Truck Centres in Cranbrook, British Columbia.

Professional references will be required as part of the hiring process.