automotive service technician

Work setting

• Relocation costs not covered by employer

Tasks

• Review work orders
• Road test motor vehicles
• Test automotive systems and components
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
• Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Provide customer service

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification

Area of specialization

• Engine repair
• 4-wheel drive
• Electrical and electronic system
• Diagnostics
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Fuel and emission system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Engine repair and overhaul
• Drive train components
• Front end components
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system

Personal suitability

• Reliability
• Team player

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Day
• Weekend

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Wellness program

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and / or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example : Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Supports newcomers and / or refugees with foreign credential recognition
• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and / or refugees with experienced employees
• Does not require Canadian work experience

Support for youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for youth