Body Shop Technician

Western offers competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, and a fun, family-oriented culture. The Western Express campus is a state-of-the-art facility rebuilt in 2020, with three on site gyms, guided fitness classes, and a cafeteria. We are proud to be a culture that promotes from within and has infinite growth potential. One of our core values is to be hardworking, and we reward those individuals with opportunity and incentive.

Paint and Preparation:

• Prepare trucks for painting, including sanding, masking, and surface preparation.

Sanding and Repair Preparation:

• Sand and prepare truck surfaces for repair work, ensuring proper readiness for refinishing or part replacement.

Parts Replacement:

• Replace components ranging from minor to major truck parts, ensuring all work meets quality and safety standards.

Tools and Equipment:

• Utilize personal tools as needed; company-provided equipment will be available for larger or specialized tasks.

Qualifications:

Transportation and Work Ethic:

• Must have reliable transportation and demonstrate a strong work ethic.
• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening is required.

Experience and Knowledge:

• Prior body shop experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and CSA regulations is highly desirable.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, forward-thinking approach.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively.

Work Environment:

• Ability and willingness to work in various environmental conditions, including exposure to weather elements.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.

Opportunities for Advancement:

Performance-Based Increases:

• Pay increases based on experience, performance, and demonstrated skill growth.

Career Development:

• Opportunities for advancement and professional development within the organization.

Compensation:

• Pay is based on experience:
  • Level 1: $21–$23/hour
  • Level 2: $24–$26/hour
  • Level 3: $27–$29/hour

Western Express, Inc. is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

​Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act or other similar state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Western. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

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I understand, where permissible under applicable federal, state, and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment drug test after receiving a conditional offer of employment. Upon employment, employees may be required to have their picture taken.

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Due to the collaborative nature of the work environment, the spontaneous need for idea generation and execution, and the potential for expedited remediations, responses, or information gathering, in-person, in-office attendance is an essential function of this position.