Automotive Technician

Weissach, Canada's largest independent Porsche store in Vancouver is looking to add an Automotive Technician to our team!

Reporting to the Service Director, and working cooperatively with all other teams, the Weissach Service Technician will be responsible to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles in accordance with factory and retailer standards while working to promote and maintain the retailer’s quality standards.

Term:Permanent, Full-Time

No. of Positions:1

Wage:$50 - $55/hr(depending on experience)

Signing Bonus:$5,000

Benefits:Comprehensive extended health plan including dental and LTD

About us

Founded in 1980, Weissach is Canada's largest Independent Porsche Sales and Service Centre.

As a relationship-based business for over four decades, we have created a culture of excellence across all levels of our business. We are small, effective, and proud of our collective achievements, but we never stop. Being part of a dynamic group affords us the ability to really make a difference in the automotive sector.

We believe our passion for Motorsport and community involvement with our customers and charitable organizations is what drives us. We aren't simply automotive enthusiasts, it's in our DNA!

This is an integral role for the company, contributing to the growth and value of our company.

Technical Responsibilities

• Perform work as described on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with Company standards
• Diagnose the cause of vehicle malfunctions and recommend / perform appropriate repair
• Examine vehicle to identify necessary repair or maintenance items that may not be included on the repair order and communicate to Service Advisor
• Notify the Service Director immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined on repair order is not needed or if repairs cannot be completed by the time promised
• Clearly and accurately document all work performed
• Road test vehicles as required or refer to the inspection technician as appropriate
• Attend and successfully complete training as required by the company
• Provide apprentices and colleagues with regular and up-to-date information on technical modifications and innovations on vehicle post training
• Provide practical instruction and support for any assigned Apprentice Technician
• Lubricate all moving parts with specified lubricants and conduct regular servicing as instructed and agreed.
• Inspect fluid levels of power steering, transmission, differential, drain and replace as necessary
• Replace air filters and pollen filters as necessary
• Maintain and promote an orderly workspace and ensure your work area and service shop are maintained with clean working habits and organization.
• Understand and follow all regulations governing disposal of hazardous waste

Logistical Responsibilities

• Maintain the order and cleanliness of work areas, be accountable for all company owned tools
• Meet all requirements of rules governing automobile repair and consumer protection

Position Requirements/Qualifications

• Porsche Classic Experience considered an asset
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience with Porsche models OR European brands an asset
• Efficiency and timeliness in completing work
• Complete tasks on schedule with responsibility and accountability
• Interpersonal skills and collaboration – work effectively with employees and customers
• Communication – professional written and verbal communication skills
• Accuracy – complete transactions accurately and maintain records and maintain the integrity of our DMS system
• Ability to adapt to change – take on additional tasks as required (e.g. urgent requests, teamwork, workload, rush jobs, new technology).
• Aptitude for learning and applying new information
• English, written and spoken
• Frequently manage deadlines
• Routinely stand during work hours
• Routinely work with loud noise from the shop
• Occasionally lift moderate weight
• Occasionally work outside of regular work schedule
• Occasionally respond to emergency situations
• Occasionally manage stressful situations involving upset or impatient people
• Work environment necessitates proper personal protective equipment in keeping health and safety requirements

Performance Criteria

• Positive feedback from advisors and customers (no comebacks)
• Efficiency and timeliness in completing work
• Dependability, complete tasks on schedule: accept accountability
• Participatory/ Interpersonal work effectively with employees and customers

Contact:

Please send your resume toinfo@weissach.com

Hours

Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

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