Automotive Detailer & Shop Assistant

Who We Are: Simplicity Car Care is one of Canada’s fastest-growing automotive franchise networks with 100+ collision centers across the nation. Our vision is to make car care simple and affordable for every vehicle owner in the world. Simplicity’s commitment to the environment, our communities, and our people allows us to be Trailblazers.

The Opportunity: Simplicity Car Care– Ottawa is looking for an Automotive Detailer/Shop Assistant to join our growing team! In this role, you will be responsible for detailing vehicles, both internally and externally. You will also support the shop with cleaning, removing garbage, sweeping, and washing floors. Applicants interested in this position should have an interest in an automotive career.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Wash the exterior and interior of a vehicle according to Simplicity Car Care SOP’s.


• Able to perform simple shampoos


• Vacuum to remove dirt and debris


• Clean trunk, ashtray, engine department and wheels


• Buff and wax


• Clean upholstery and surfaces


• Use air compressor and buff cloths to dry surfaces


• Touch up vehicle


• Rinse and dry mats


• Manage and maintain appropriate supplies


• Support cleaning up the shop including removing garbage, sweeping and washing the shop floor


• Support cleaning the paint booth


• Help the Body-person clean and maintain repair stalls


• Moving cars in and out of the shop


• Coordinate repair schedule with production lead and general manager to ensure repairs are completed within Simplicity Repair Scheduling Standards


• Other repair planner duties as required


• All other duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience

• Valid G class Drivers License and clean driving record


• Previous experience as a repair planner would be a strong asset


• Experience with Mitchell or ADP estimating software would be an asset


• Must own a basic set of automotive tools

What You Bring:

• You have previous experience working as an automotive detailer or repair planner


• You are a team player and work well with others


• You have high attention to detail


• You have the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure


• You have great organization skills and have the ability to work in fast paced environment


• You have a valid G class driver’s license


• You have an interest in a career in the automotive industry

Our Values: Our values drive every relationship and decision in our daily work. If these values “speak to you”, we would love for you to apply!

• We Wow Our Customers


• We Value Our People


• We Keep It Simple


• We Build Relationships


• We Innovate to Create Solutions

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits – Extended health care, dental, vision


• Tuition Reimbursement


• OEM Certification Courses and Equivalency Training


• I-Car Training


• Tool Allowance


• Protective Equipment Reimbursement


• Opportunities for career advancement

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Simplicity Car Care is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and focus our efforts in ensuring our clients do the same. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply including individuals with disabilities, those who identify as Black, Indigenous or persons of color, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and others. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.00-$21.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care


• Extended health care


• Paid time off


• Tuition reimbursement


• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday


• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Application question(s):

• Do you own a basic set of automotive tools?


• Do you have previous experience working in an auto repair or collision-damage shop?

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person