service technician - motor vehicle repair
Education:
Other trades certificate or diploma.
Work site environment:
- Dusty.
- Outdoors.
- Hot.
- Noisy.
Work setting:
Garage.
Level of expertise:
Technician.
Tasks:
- 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.
- Repair or replace mechanical units or components.
- Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications.
- Perform scheduled maintenance service.
- Test and adjust units to specifications.
- Complete reports to record problems and work performed.
- Coach and instruct apprentices.
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :
- Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification.
- Automotive Service Technician (Fuel and Electrical Systems) Trade Certification.
- Automotive Service Technician (Steering, Suspension and Brakes) Trade Certification.
- Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate.
Area of specialization:
- Engine repair.
- Electrical and electronic system.
- Diagnostics.
- Alignment, steering and suspension.
- Brake system.
- Hydraulic system.
- Fuel and emission system.
- Ignition and electrical system.
- Welding.
- Imported vehicles.
Security and safety:
Driving record check (abstract).
Transportation/travel information:
- Own transportation.
- Valid driver's licence.
- Drive manual transmission vehicle.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
- Fast-paced environment.
- Hand-eye co-ordination.
- Attention to detail.
- Manual dexterity.
- Standing for extended periods.
Own tools/equipment:
- Tools.
- Steel-toed safety boots.
Personal suitability:
- Accurate.
- Dependability.
- Judgement.
- Reliability.
- Team player.
- Punctuality.
Screening questions:
- Do you have experience working in this field?.
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.
Employment terms options:
- Early morning.
- Morning.
Experience:
5 years or more.
Employment terms options:
- Day.
- Weekend.
Green job:
Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes.
Health benefits:
- Dental plan.
- Disability benefits.
- Health care plan.
Financial benefits:
- Life insurance.
- Piece work.
Support for persons with disabilities:
- Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.).
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports persons with disabilities .
- Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities .
Support for newcomers and refugees:
Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.) .
Support for youths:
Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment.
Support for mature workers:
Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination .