automotive mechanic
Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. or equivalent experience.
Tasks:
- Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit.
- Discuss work with supervisor.
- 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.
- Perform scheduled maintenance service.
- Test and adjust units to specifications.
- Complete reports to record problems and work performed.
- Provide customer service.
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :
- Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification.
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate.
- Driver's License (Class 1 or A).
Type of product:
Automotive parts and accessories.
Area of specialization:
- Diagnostics.
- Alignment, steering and suspension.
- Brake system.
- Fuel and emission system.
- Automatic transmission.
- Standard transmission.
- Imported vehicles.
Security and safety:
Driving record check (abstract).
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
- Fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail.
- Manual dexterity.
- Standing for extended periods.
Own tools/equipment:
- Tools.
- Steel-toed safety boots.
Personal suitability:
- Accurate.
- Dependability.
- Team player.
- Punctuality.
Screening questions:
Do you have experience working in this field?.
Experience:
3 years to less than 5 years.
Employment terms options:
Day.
Green job:
Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes.
Other benefits:
Learning/training paid by employer.
Support for youths:
- Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.
- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.