APPRENTICESHIP

Auto Body and Collision Damage Repairers repair and restore damaged motor vehicle body parts and interior finishing. They restore a vehicle’s interior components, electric components as well passenger seat belts and air bags. Other duties may include aligning and replacing steering and suspension components.

Experienced workers who have not completed an Ontario apprenticeship but have equivalent qualifications or experience in their trade can use the Trade Equivalency Assessment Process.

Academic entry grade
Grade 12
On-the-job training
7,280 hours (approximately 4 years)
Technical training
720 hours (6 months across 3 levels)
Required skills
Attention to detail, Critical thinking, Innovation, Detail oriented

WORKFORCE PROFILE

Highest Job Postings by Region

Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2024

Job Postings by Area in Ontario

Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2024

Certificates of Qualification Issued by Age Group

Source: Skilled Trades Ontario 2024

Certificates of Qualification Issued by Gender

Source: Skilled Trades Ontario 2024

Certificates of Qualification Issued

83
Source: Skilled Trades Ontario 2024

INCOME PROFILE

Annual Salary Range

$51,000 - $88,000
Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2024

Hourly Salary Range

$26 - $45
Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2024