Job Description

Are You a Skilled Installer Who's Ready for a Shop That Matches Your Standards?

If you've been installing

automotive

paint protection film (PPF)

with pride -- but feel stuck at a shop that doesn't value your skill or deliver consistent work -- this opportunity is for you.

Tap and Shine is Calgary's

fastest-growing

and

most trusted

paint protection studio, and we're expanding again. We're booked out while others slow down, and we're building a hand-picked dream team of elite installers who value quality over shortcuts. We're looking for someone who is open to growing into a Lead Installer and QC (quality control) role down the road.

What You'll Do:

Install

paint protection film

(bulk and pre-cut installs on high-end and brand new vehicles) Perform

PPF repair/replacement

work as needed Support team on prep and handoff for other services when required Review installs with clients, educate them on care, and advise on additional protection options if needed Maintain high install standards and cleanliness in the studio

Who You Are:

You have

3+ years

of proven install experience with

PPF

You've worked with

reputable, high-end

films (Suntek, 3M, XPEL, STEK, etc.) You're

detail-obsessed

, solution-focused, and passionate about automotive protection You're comfortable working on

trucks and

luxury vehicles

-- Teslas, F150s, Rams, Porsches, exotics, etc. You're

reliable

,

consistent

, and have a

strong work ethic

You know how to work

independently

but also thrive in a tight-knit team You take

pride

in what you do, and you're not afraid to speak up when things can be better

Qualifications:

Minimum

3 years PPF experience

(bulk and/or pre-cut) Tinting experience is a plus (not required, but an asset) Windshield film experience is a plus (not required, but an asset) Valid

Class 5 driver's license

Comfortable driving manual transmission is a bonus Experience with DAP, Core, 3M, or similar film cutting software Ability to complete clean installs on hoods, bumpers, mirrors, fenders, and full front ends Must be able to lift 50 lbs, crouch, kneel, and move around vehicles comfortably

Compensation & Benefits:

$25-$35/hr

based on proven skill and experience

Raises available

Overtime pay

,

tips

, and

bonuses

available

Full benefits

after 6 months: dental, vision, health, life insurance, disability, RRSP matching Paid time off and paid holidays Tools, plotters, and materials provided

Friends & family discounts

Company-provided training

(you pass it, we pay for it)

Why Tap and Shine?

We're not just another shop -- we're

Calgary's ONLY

paint protection broker

, offering clients the

only two real options

for rock chip & key scratch protection:

PPF

and

Icon Rocklear

We offer

steady year-round work

, no winter slowdowns We take on

clean, well-quoted installs

only -- no rushed jobs, no "volume for the sake of volume" Our clients love us:

266+ detailed 5-star reviews

, and counting You'll work in a

world-class studio

with amazing lighting, music, good people, and clean vibes

Schedule:

Wednesday to Sunday, 10am-7pm 30-44 hours per week Optional overtime if desired

To Apply:

Send your resume and a short cover letter telling us:

What services you've installed (PPF/tint/windshield film) What your install strengths are Why you'd be a great fit at Tap and Shine

Tap and Shine Calgary

is Calgary's only certified Rocklear installer and Alberta's toughest automotive protection studio. We don't hire often -- we hire right.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 44 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Disability insurance Discounted or free food Extended health care Flexible schedule On-site parking Paid time off Store discount Vision care
Experience:

PPF installation: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person