automotive service technician

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work site environment:

• Dusty.
• Dirty.
• Hot.
• Noisy.

Work setting:

Relocation costs not covered by employer. Willing to relocate. Garage.

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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Tire, wheel and rim mechanic.
• Motor Vehicle Repairer (Service Station Mechanic) Trade Certification.
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A).

Area of specialization:

• Engine repair.
• Diagnostics.
• Alignment, steering and suspension.
• Brake system.
• Ignition and electrical system.
• Automatic transmission.
• Standard transmission.
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system.

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check.
• Driving record check (abstract).

Transportation/travel information:

• Valid driver's licence.
• Drive manual transmission vehicle.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

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

Own tools/equipment:

• Tools.
• Steel-toed safety boots.

Personal suitability:

• Accurate.
• Client focus.
• Dependability.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Excellent written communication.
• Flexibility.
• Judgement.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Punctuality.

Screening questions:

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?.
• 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)?.

Employment terms options:

• Early morning.
• Shift.
• Flexible hours.

Experience:

3 years to less than 5 years.

Employment terms options:

• Day.
• Weekend.
• Overtime required.

Green job:

Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.

Financial benefits:

• Life insurance.

Other benefits:

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP).
• Free parking available.
• Other benefits.
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days).