automotive service technician

Education:

Registered Apprenticeship certificate.

Tasks:

• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions.
• 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.
• Coach and instruct apprentices.
• Provide customer service.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

Automotive Service Technician (Steering, Suspension and Brakes) Trade Certification. Motor Vehicle Repairer (Service Station Mechanic) Trade Certification.

Area of specialization:

• Engine repair.
• 4-wheel drive.
• Electrical and electronic system.
• Diesel engines.
• Diagnostics.
• Alignment, steering and suspension.
• Brake system.
• Hydraulic system.
• Fuel and emission system.
• Ignition and electrical system.
• Standard transmission.
• Engine repair and overhaul.
• Drive train components.
• Plastics repair.
• Welding.
• Truck-trailer repair.
• Imported vehicles.
• Front end components.
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system.

Transportation/travel information:

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail.

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.

Experience:

Experience an asset.

Employment terms options:

Overtime required.