automotive service technician

Additional Information

• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• In shop

Tasks

• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect motor in operation, road test motor vehicles and test automotive systems and components
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Diagnose faults and malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
• Estimate parts and labour costs
• 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
• Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor

Area of specialization

• Engine repair
• Electrical and electronic system
• Diagnostics
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Fuel and emission system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Automatic transmission
• Drive train components

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Long term benefits

• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 hours per week