installer, muffler

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Noisy
• Odours

Tasks

• Add or replace hydraulic and transmission fluids
• Assist mechanics and perform other duties as directed
• Change engine oil and lubricate running gears or moving parts of automobiles, trucks or heavy equipment
• Grease booms, pulleys, buckets and other components of heavy equipment
• Install replacement mufflers, exhaust pipes, shock absorbers or radiators
• Repair and balance tires
• Replace oil, air and fuel filters on motor vehicles, trucks and heavy equipment
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
• Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Test automotive systems and components
• Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit

Equipment and machinery experience

• Welding
• Diesel engines
• Hydraulic system

Area of work experience

• Frame straightening
• Front end components

Area of specialization

• 4-wheel drive
• Standard transmission
• Plastics repair
• Fibreglass repair
• Engine repair
• Engine repair and overhaul
• Diagnostics
• Collision repair
• Auto body painting
• Auto body repair
• Automatic transmission
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Drive train components
• Truck-trailer repair
• Imported vehicles
• Machining
• Ignition and electrical system
• Fuel and emission system
• Electrical and electronic system

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Manual dexterity
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Accurate
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Punctuality

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• Do you have the necessary equipment for remote work (i.e. internet, home office, etc.)?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?
• What is your current field of study?

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years