car mechanic
Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
Work site environment:
Noisy.
Tasks:
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems.
- 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.
- Inspect motor in operation.
- Review work orders .
- Road test motor vehicles .
- Test automotive systems and components.
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems.
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems.
- Repair or replace mechanical units or components.
- Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications.
- Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs .
- 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.
- Coach and instruct apprentices.
- Provide customer service.
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :
Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification.
Specialization or experience:
Green economy sector.
Area of specialization:
- Engine repair.
- 4-wheel drive.
- Electrical and electronic system.
- Diesel engines.
- Diagnostics.
- Alignment, steering and suspension.
- Brake system.
- Hydraulic system.
- Fuel and emission system.
- Ignition and electrical system.
- Automatic transmission.
- Standard transmission.
- Engine repair and overhaul.
- Drive train components.
- Auto body repair.
- Collision repair.
- Frame straightening.
- Machining.
- Imported vehicles.
- Front end components.
Security and safety:
Criminal record check.
Transportation/travel information:
Valid driver's licence.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
- Fast-paced environment.
- Hand-eye co-ordination.
- Attention to detail.
- Standing for extended periods.
Personal suitability:
- Accurate.
- Client focus.
- Dependability.
- Excellent oral communication.
- Flexibility.
- Judgement.
- Reliability.
- Team player.
- Punctuality.
Screening questions:
- Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
- Do you have experience working in this field?.
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.
Experience:
Experience an asset.
Employment terms options:
Day.
Green job:
Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes.
Financial benefits:
Group insurance benefits.
Other benefits:
- Free parking available.
- Learning/training paid by employer.
- On-site amenities.
- Team building opportunities.
- Parking available.