automotive mechanic

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work site environment:

• Dusty.
• Dirty.
• Noisy.

Work setting:

Workshop.

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 .
• Test automotive systems and components.
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive 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.
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements.
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed.
• Provide customer service.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment.
• Hand-eye co-ordination.
• Attention to detail.
• Standing for extended periods.

Personal suitability:

• Client focus.
• Team player.

Employment terms options:

• Evening.
• Shift.

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years.

Employment terms options:

• Morning.
• Day.
• Weekend.

Support for newcomers and refugees:

Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees .

Support for youths:

Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth. Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.

Support for Indigenous people:

Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers .