automotive service technician

• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 hours per week
• Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience : 2 years to less than 3 years

Work site environment

Noisy

Work setting

• Willing to relocate
• Garage

Tasks

• Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Discuss work with supervisor
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect motor in operation
• Review work orders
• Road test motor vehicles
• Test automotive systems and components
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
• Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Test and adjust units to specifications
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Coach and instruct apprentices
• Detect and repair mechanical and electrical problems

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence
• Drive manual transmission vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools / equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Learning / training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Parking available
30+ days ago