automotive service technician

Additional Information

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Education: Registered Apprenticeship certificate
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• In shop
• Willing to relocate

Tasks

• 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
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
• Estimate parts and labour costs
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• 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
• Provide customer service

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification

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
• Engine repair and overhaul
• Drive train components

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Long term benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits
• Pension plan
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Parking available
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program