automotive mechanic

Education:

Other trades certificate or diploma.

Work site environment:

• Dusty.
• Outdoors.
• Dirty.
• Noisy.

Work setting:

• Willing to relocate.
• Garage.
• Remote or mobile.

Tasks:

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Automotive Service Technician (Transmission) Trade Certification.
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate.
• 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.
• Engine repair and overhaul.
• Drive train components.
• Front end components.
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system.

Security and safety:

Driving record check (abstract).

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

Screening questions:

• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.

Employment terms options:

Early morning.

Experience:

3 years to less than 5 years.

Employment terms options:

• Morning.
• Day.
• Weekend.
• Overtime required.
• Overtime available.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Disability benefits.
• Health care plan.
• Paramedical services coverage.
• Vision care benefits.

Financial benefits:

• Group insurance benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP).
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).

Long term benefits:

Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA).

Other benefits:

Other benefits.