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If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life. The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request. As a Journeyperson I - Autobody Technician, you will be responsible for designing, building, repairing, modifying, painting, refinishing and adjusting all types of metal automotive bodies including heavy trucks and equipment, pick-ups trucks, compact cars, ambulances, auxiliary units and accessories. Primary duties include: * Use and operate a wide variety of power and hand tools. * Paint spray equipment in accordance with blueprints, patterns, or specification manuals. * Perform brush and spray painting, gas welding, cutting, sawing, filling, forming, sanding, filing, smoothing, riveting, reinforcing, upholstering, glass installation, and related body shop tasks. * Use tools such as hand and power grinders, sanders, saws, files, hammers, dollies, buffers, porto-power jacks, drills, riveting guns, oxy-acetylene welding equipment. * Work with metals, solders, fillers, plastics, paints, cleaners, solvents. **Qualifications** * A fully ticketed Journeyperson Auto Body Technician Diploma or equivalent Interprovincial Red Seal recognized by Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training. * A valid Class 5 Driver''s License (or provincial equivalent), with no more than 6 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending. * Ability to obtain a City of Calgary operator''s permit. * Ability to obtain an air brake (Q) endorsement is required. * Ability to lift 20kg (45lbs) on a regular basis is required. * Demonstrated mechanical aptitude will be considered as an asset. * Previous training or experience in welding, upholstering and framing, and/or wheel alignment will be considered assets. * You are a strong communicator who takes initiative and demonstrates well developed planning and organizational skills. * Success in this role requires you to demonstrate sound judgment in safety standards, excellent technical proficiency, interpersonal skills, customer service, and high work standards**.** **Working Conditions:** Auto body shop working with a variety of pneumatic tools, welding equipment, hydraulic rams, and frame straightening equipment. Exposure to noise and fine dust particulates. Paint booth with higher-than-normal temperatures. Works with a variety of chemicals, painting products, solutions, and flammable products. Personal protective equipment and adherence to WHMIS precautions required. **Pre-employment Requirements** * Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. **Pre-employment Drug Test:** An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months. Union: ATU Local 583 Business Unit: Fleet and Inventory Position Type: 2 Permanent Location: Various Compensation: $45.46 - 50.89 per hour Days of Work: This position works 4 days in a week (Mon - Thurs & Tues - Friday - 5:45am - 3:45pm) Hours of work: Non-standard 40 hour work week Audience: Internal/External Apply By: June 17, 2025 Job ID #: 312097