Auto Body Apprentice jobs

As the largest operating company in the integrated TransLink enterprise, Coast Mountain Bus Company (CMBC) operates a fleet of clean-fuel conventional and community shuttle buses, zero-emission trolley buses, and passenger ferry SeaBuses in Metro Vancouver, the largest single transit service area in Canada.

At CMBC, one of BC’s Top Employers, we're committed to providing an innovative, healthy, and engaging workforce. This is reflected in our workforce of over 5,500 employees performing over 400 unique jobs, who are committed and empowered to deliver service that attracts nearly 1.1 million passengers daily and connects people, businesses, and communities in the Metro Vancouver region.

We have the important job of helping our passengers get to work, appointments, visiting with family and friends, and back again every day. Metro Vancouver relies on us, and we take that as a point of pride.

General body work, including but not limited to corrosion restoration, body maintenance, and collision repair work on buses and other transit vehicles: metal bumping, filling, sanding, welding (including; Mild Steel, Aluminum, Stainless Steel, and assorted Plastics), panel replacement, heavy frame straightening, plywood floor repairs, various types of glass replacements, and all other required body work.

Applicants must be familiar with repairing and replacing Fiberglass and other Assorted Plastic Materials.

BCTQ/Red Seal Certification in Automotive Body Repair.

Completion of an apprenticeship in auto body repairing is required and must have had journeyperson experience in vehicle collision repair work.

Preference will be given to applicants with experience in modern repair methods.

Applicants may be required to demonstrate their ability. Capable, after training, of holding a Class 2 driver’s licence with air ticket.

An up-to-date driver’s abstract must accompany application. Maximum 6 points in the past 3 years, no impaired convictions, roadside suspensions, or prohibitions in the past 5 years.

Will be required to undergo a comprehensive medical examination.

Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.

37.5 hours per week.

Resident

This position works predominately on-site.

Wage: $55.09 per hour

The Total Compensation Package includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan. Focus on your development through tuition reimbursement, training, and mentorship programs. Enjoy a variety of health and wellness programs, including access to gym facilities. Speak to us to know more about what we offer.

Please click the 'Apply' button at the top right corner or go to https://www.translink.ca/About-Us/Careers.aspx to apply for this position and view instructions on the process.

INSTRUCTIONS: Please save your (1) cover letter, and your (2) resume as one pdf document prior to uploading your application on-line.

Posting Date: June 30, 2026
Closing Date: Open until filled

Please note that only those short listed will be contacted.

Having trouble applying? Please view the System Requirements & FAQ's by going to http://www.translink.ca/careers.

Coast Mountain Bus Company is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at jobs@translink.ca