automobile service mechanic
Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. or equivalent experience.
Work site environment:
- Dusty.
- Noisy.
Work setting:
Garage.
Tasks:
- Discuss work with supervisor.
- Inspect and test 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.
- 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.
Area of specialization:
- Engine repair.
- 4-wheel drive.
- 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.
- Welding.
- Machining.
- Front end components.
Transportation/travel information:
Valid driver's licence.
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.
- Client focus.
- Dependability.
- Excellent written communication.
- Flexibility.
- Judgement.
- Reliability.
- Team player.
- Punctuality.
Employment terms options:
Early morning.
Experience:
1 year to less than 2 years.
Employment terms options:
- Shift.
- Morning.
- Day.
Green job:
Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes.
Other benefits:
- Free parking available.
- On-site amenities.
Support for youths:
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.