automotive service technician

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Willing to relocate

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
• Review work orders
• 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
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Test and adjust units to specifications
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Provide customer service

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician (Fuel and Electrical Systems) Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician (Transmission) Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician (Steering, Suspension and Brakes) Trade Certification
• Driver's Licence (Class 2 or B or C)
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate

Area of specialization

• Engine repair
• Electrical and electronic system
• Diagnostics
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Hydraulic system
• Fuel and emission system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Automatic transmission
• Standard transmission
• Imported vehicles
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Punctuality

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• Evening

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years

Employment terms options

• Day
• Weekend

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan