automotive mechanic
Education:
Other trades certificate or diploma.
Work site environment:
Dusty. Dirty. Noisy.
Work setting:
Garage.
Tasks:
- Review work orders .
- Road test motor vehicles .
- Test automotive systems and components.
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems.
- Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs .
- Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements.
- Complete reports to record problems and work performed.
- Provide customer service.
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :
Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification. Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate.
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.
- Automatic transmission.
- Standard transmission.
- Engine repair and overhaul.
- Drive train components.
- Front end components.
- Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system.
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 oral communication.
- Excellent written communication.
- Flexibility.
- Judgement.
- Reliability.
- Team player.
- Punctuality.
Screening questions:
- 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)?.
Experience:
2 years to less than 3 years.
Employment terms options:
Day.
Health benefits:
- Dental plan.
- Disability benefits.
- Health care plan.
- Paramedical services coverage.
- Vision care benefits.
Financial benefits:
- Bonus.
- Group insurance benefits.
- Life insurance.
- Piece work.
Long term benefits:
Maternity and parental benefits.
Other benefits:
- Free parking available.
- Learning/training paid by employer.
- Other benefits.
- Team building opportunities.
- Wellness program.